[Sultanahmet Camii | The iconic mosque of Istanbul, also known as the "Blue Mosque"

[Sultanahmet Camii | Istanbul's iconic mosque known as the "Blue Mosque"]

— A masterpiece of architecture where beauty and grandeur coexist, admired by travelers from all over the world —

The "Sultanahmet Mosque" is a masterpiece of architecture from the Ottoman Empire era built in the early 17th century, and is known worldwide as the "Blue Mosque" due to the beautiful blue Iznik tile decorations inside. 🟦

It features six minarets and a large dome, and both the exterior and interior are impressive and beautiful enough to take your breath away.

Tourists can visit the interior for free outside of prayer times, and many people are moved by the majestic atmosphere.

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📍【Location】
Sultan Ahmet, Atmeydanı Cd. No:7, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
A short walk from the T1 tram line "Sultanahmet" station
*Right in front of Hagia Sophia

🕰【Opening hours】
・Open every day (free admission)
・Tourists are not allowed to enter during prayer times (5 times a day), so we recommend checking in advance

*On Fridays, the afternoon hours may be closed for a long time

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✨【Recommended points】
・Looking up at the ceiling, you will be overwhelmed by the tile decoration and the curved beauty of the dome!
・The silhouette of the exterior is also beautiful, making it a great photo spot
・The location is also attractive, making it easy to visit Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace
・There is a fee to enter Hagia Sophia, but you can enjoy it for free here!

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🎒【Tips】
・You have to take off your shoes before entering the mosque, so make sure they are easy to take off.
・Clothes that expose a lot of skin are not allowed. Scarves and cloths are available for rental at the entrance.
・It is relatively quiet in the morning, and the atmosphere is quiet, making it easy to visit.

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