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Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
Best time to visit
Early morning on weekdays right after opening to avoid crowds and catch soft courtyard light; avoid Friday noon when the mosque is closed to tourists for prayer.
Budget tips
Entry is free, donations are welcome, and some volunteers or stalls offer headscarves for a small fee; the Istanbul Museum Pass usually does not cover active mosques so budget separately.
Recommended for
History buffs, Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Cultural travelers
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
Szybkie fakty: Stepping inside, your eyes are greeted by over 20,000 handmade Iznik tiles glowing in shades of blue that give the mosque its popular nickname. The sound of water trickling from its fountains blends with prayers, creating a peaceful ambiance amid its six slender minarets reaching skyward.
Najważniejsze atrakcje: The mosque boasts over 20,000 handmade İznik tiles, each featuring intricate floral designs that create a mesmerizing blue glow when sunlight filters through the stained glass windows; an incredibly rare feature that gives the interior a surreal blue ambiance. A quirky tradition involves the six slender minarets, which caused a stir when they were first built, as minarets of that number were traditionally reserved only for the sacred mosque in Mecca; to solve this, a seventh minaret was added to the mosque in Mecca.
Insider tips
- Wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees, women should carry a headscarf since some entrances require one.
- Remove shoes at the entrance; wear slip-on shoes or bring a small bag for your footwear.
- Photograph the full exterior from the northwest arcade in the morning for the best view of the six minarets and cascading domes.
- Avoid 10:00 to 15:00 and Friday noon prayer periods; arrive right after morning prayer or late afternoon for smaller crowds and calmer photography.
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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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