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Spice Bazaar (Misir Carsisi)
Best time to visit
Visit early morning on weekdays, before tour groups arrive, for cooler temperatures and easier bargaining.
Budget tips
Free entry; no tickets or passes required. Pay in Turkish lira for better prices, carry small change, and buy small pre-packaged samples to avoid waste and heavy carry.
Recommended for
Food lovers, Bargain hunters, Photography enthusiasts, Cultural explorers
Plan your visit
45-90 min
About
Hurtige fakta: Duften af kanel, safran og ristet lokum snor sig gennem de smalle gange og lokker både lokale og nysgerrige besøgende til at smage på eksotiske krydderier. Bag de farverige boder gemmer sig hundreder af små handlende, nogle driver familiebutikker i generationer, og du kan finde alt fra intense teblandinger til håndlavede søde sager.
Højdepunkter: Gå ind i de snævre gange, og duften af safran, sumak og ristet kanel rammer dig straks, mens omkring 85 små boder bugner af farvestrålende poser og glinsende kobberkar. Bygget under Rüstem Pashas patronat for midler fra Egyptens skatteopkrævning, lever en lille lokal skik videre: sælgere tilbyder ofte et stykke lokum på et sølvfad som en smagsprøve og høflighedsgestus.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, the bazaar's alleys are cobbled and can get very crowded.
- Photograph the colorful spice pyramids near the Rüstem Pasha Mosque entrance for the best shots.
- Ask to smell or taste products before buying, and avoid purchases of pre-ground 'saffron' unless a certificate is provided.
- Shop early on weekdays or late afternoon to dodge cruise-ship crowds; carry a small reusable bag for purchases.
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Den bedste måde at opleve en by med en lokal guide.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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