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Spice Bazaar (Mısır Çarşısı)
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
Hitre informacije: Eksplozija vonjav po žafran, kuminu in vrtnici napolni zrak, obiskovalci se hitro znajdejo med pisanimi stojnicami in prostodušnimi ponudniki. Lokalni prodajalci pogosto nudijo skrivne začimbne mešanice in brezplačne pokušine, zato obiskovalci odidejo z vrečkami polnimi čajev, sladkarij in suhega sadja.
Vrhunci: Ko stopiš pod starimi oboki, te objame vonj več kot 40 vrst začimb: običajno opaziš slastne palčke cimeta, kisel sumak in zlato-žametni prah žafrana, medtem ko kupi barvne gomile rdečih, rumenih in terakotnih pripravljajo čudovit mozaik. Prodajalci iz družin, ki pogosto prodajajo že tri generacije, te vabijo, da poskusiš z žličko, ali ti nalijejo majhno skodelico močnega črnega čaja, kar je tiha, nepisana tradicija, ki traja več desetletij.
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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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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