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Travel Tips
Unique Flavors and Souvenirs
Stock up on unique flavors to take home. 1
Spend 30-45 minutes here to soak in the vibrant atmosphere and pick up some unique souvenirs. 2
Ideal for foodie souvenirs. Look for Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi for authentic Turkish coffee. 3
Great place for gifts like lokum and spices. Bargain if no price labels. 4
Exploring Turkish Ingredients
Explore the outdoor section for a vibrant display of Turkish ingredients. 5
Look for dried fruits, nuts, and edible goodies at outdoor stalls. 6
Sampling and Engaging with Merchants
Don't hesitate to sample the offerings and engage with the friendly merchants. 7
Engage with vendors and sample exotic herbs. 8
Must-Try Items
Don't miss the Turkish Delight and the colorful displays of spices. 9
Explore the colorful displays and try the Turkish Viagra for a unique experience. 10
Introduction
History
- 📜 Origin: Built in 1664 as part of the Yeni Camii complex
- 🏛️ Architect: Designed by Koca Kasım Ağa, construction supervised by Mustafa Ağa
- 🔥 Fires: Suffered major fires in 1691 and 1940, rebuilt each time
- 💰 Funding: Constructed with revenues from the Ottoman Eyalet of Egypt
- 🏗️ Structure: L-shaped with 113 shops, part of a larger mosque complex
- 🕌 Purpose: Originally to support the upkeep of the New Mosque and its charitable activities
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What to Buy
- 🌶️ Spices: Sumac, Pul Biber, Nar Ekşisi, Çörek otu, and Iranian saffron
- 🍬 Sweets: Turkish delight in various flavors, honey-soaked baklava
- 🍵 Teas: Rosebud, jasmine, fruit teas, and herbal remedies
- 🍯 Other: Dried fruits, nuts, olive oil soaps, Turkish coffee
- 🧀 Cheeses: Wide variety including goat, sheep, and cow's milk cheeses
- 💍 Souvenirs: Jewelry, ceramics, silver, and other handicrafts
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Prices and Haggling
- 💸 Prices: Some items have marked prices, but haggling is common
- 🛍️ Reputable Shops: Ucuzcular, Malatya Pazarı, Ayfer Kaur, Arifoğlu, Urfa Pazarı
- 🛒 Tips: Taste before you buy, especially for spices like Pul Biber
- 💬 Haggling: Expected and part of the shopping experience
- 📈 Price Range: Prices can be higher than other spice shops in the city
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Getting There
- 🚋 Tram: Take the tram to Eminönü
- 🚶 Walk: Walk across the square with the New Mosque on your left
- 🛳️ Ferry: Accessible by ferry to Eminönü docks
- 🚌 Bus: Multiple bus routes available to Eminönü
- 🚶 Directions: Head down the narrow street of cheese, dried meat, and nut vendors, then turn left into the bazaar
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Nearby Attractions
- 🕌 Grand Bazaar: Larger and more famous, offers a wide variety of goods
- 🕌 Rüstem Pasha Mosque: Architectural gem a few blocks westward
- 🕌 Hagia Sophia: Iconic historical site
- 🕌 Blue Mosque: Another must-visit mosque
- 🛤️ Divan Yolu: Main street with shops, restaurants, and monuments
- 🌉 Galata Bridge: Connects Eminönü with Beyoğlu, popular for walking and fishing
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Opening Hours
- 🕰️ Summer: 8 am – 7:30 pm (April 1 - October 30)
- 🕰️ Winter: 8 am – 7 pm (October 31 - March 30)
- 📅 Closed: National holidays
- ⏳ Visit Duration: Around half an hour to visit inside, more if shopping
- 🛍️ Surroundings: Additional hour for exploring surrounding bazaar streets
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| Travel Information |
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| 📞 Phone: +90 212 513 65 97 |
| 🌐 Website: https://www.misircarsisi.org.tr/ |
| 🕒 Hours: See hours |
| 📍 Address: Rüstem Paşa, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye |
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