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Istanbul's Grand Bazaar Guide

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General Information: Turkey's largest covered market covering 45,000 sq. meters with 4,000 shops
World's biggest historical covered market with 21 entrances
Hosts around 20-25 million tourists annually
Founded in 1461 under various Ottoman sultans
Architecture and History: Contains oldest part with 15 domes visible from above
Survived multiple fires by replacing wood with stones and bricks
Structure has evolved through Sultan contributions
Shopping Tips: Prices are generally higher than outside markets
Bargaining skills recommended due to high prices
Pickpocketing and bag-slashing common in crowds
Notable Shops: Ethnicon/Dhoku Carpets offers high-quality Turkish carpets
İznik Works specializes in Seljuk and Ottoman ceramics
Practical Information: Accessible via Kabataş-Bağcılar tram from Beyazıt/Kapalıçarşı station
Located near Egyptian Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, and other historical sites