{"id":560,"date":"2018-08-27T06:26:11","date_gmt":"2018-08-27T06:26:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/3.17.172.48\/?p=560"},"modified":"2021-04-21T15:49:36","modified_gmt":"2021-04-21T11:49:36","slug":"five-iconic-turkish-locations-for-the-perfect-instagram-post","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/five-iconic-turkish-locations-for-the-perfect-instagram-post\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Iconic Turkish Locations for the Perfect Instagram Post"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Istanbul, Turkey\u2019s capital city, is an iconic location in Europe. The city is rich in history and culture and boasts incredible, Instagram-worthy architecture. So to help you get your perfect snapshot in the city, <strong>here are five iconic Turkish locations in Istanbul you should visit!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Best locations in Istanbul<\/h2>\n<h3>Hagia Sophia<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-563 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hagia-Sophia-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"Hagia Sophia is one of the best locations in Istanbul\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hagia-Sophia-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hagia-Sophia-600x403.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hagia-Sophia-335x225.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hagia-Sophia.jpg 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Built in 537AD, <strong>Hagia Sophia was initially a Greek Orthodox Christian church<\/strong>. From 1453-1931, the building served as a mosque for the Ottomans until it was finally converted into the museum we know today. The structure features large, brightly coloured domes, incredible mosaics, Greek Orthodox portraits and beautiful Islamic calligraphy.<\/p>\n<h3>Sultan Ahmed Mosque<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-564 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sultan-Ahmed-Mosque-300x269.jpg\" alt=\"Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul\" width=\"300\" height=\"269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sultan-Ahmed-Mosque-300x269.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sultan-Ahmed-Mosque-335x300.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sultan-Ahmed-Mosque.jpg 539w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Initially constructed between 1609 and 1616 during the rule of Ahmed I, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque is situated across the Hagia Sophia<\/strong>. Whilst still being a very popular tourist site, the Mosque continues to function as a place of worship to this day. It is known for its beautiful hand-painted blue tiles and its impressive dome structures.<\/p>\n<h3>Topkapi Palace<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-565 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Topkapi-Palace-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Topkapi Palace is one of the iconic locations in Istanbul\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Topkapi-Palace-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Topkapi-Palace-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Topkapi-Palace-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Topkapi-Palace-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Topkapi-Palace.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Topkapi Palace was built in the 15<sup>th<\/sup> century as a residential and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans<\/strong>. Now a Museum, this large and beautiful palace is the perfect location to dive deep into the rich history of Turkey and learn all about the Ottoman empire. The Palace features incredible courtyards, well preserved rooms and kitchens and an incredible view of the Golden Horn.<\/p>\n<h3>Grand Bazaar<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-562 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Grand-Bazaar-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Bazaar is one of the turkish locations in Istanbul\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Grand-Bazaar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Grand-Bazaar-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Grand-Bazaar-335x224.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Grand-Bazaar.jpg 698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With over 4,000 shops across 61 streets, <strong>The Grand Bazaar is one of the world\u2019s oldest markets in the world<\/strong>. It\u2019s also regarded as one of the first shopping malls in the world, providing high quality carpets, clothing, jewelry, food, coffee, tea, spices and much more!<\/p>\n<h3>Bosporus<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-561 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Bosporus-300x65.jpg\" alt=\"Bosporus is one of the best iconic turkish locations\" width=\"300\" height=\"65\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Bosporus-300x65.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Bosporus-600x130.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Bosporus-768x167.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Bosporus-1024x222.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Bosporus-335x73.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Bosporus.jpg 1129w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>This natural waterway is considered part of the continental boundary between Europe and Asia, giving Istanbul it\u2019s old nickname of \u2018the Crossroad of the World\u2019<\/strong>. Taking a boat ride via the many tour guide companies around the city across this beautiful body of water will give you a breathtaking view of the city as all sorts of monuments and iconic landmarks are in view. The perfect picture for your Instagram!<\/p>\n<p>Visit also the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketstodo.com\/blog\/islamic-world-garden\/\">Islamic World Garden<\/a> in Sharjah.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Istanbul, Turkey\u2019s capital city, is an iconic location in Europe. The city is rich in history and culture and boasts incredible, Instagram-worthy architecture. So to help you get your perfect snapshot in the city, here are five iconic Turkish locations in Istanbul you should visit! 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