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The Sights in a Day
Topkapı Palace
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)
is one of Turkey's most compelling cultural at-
tractions, so you'll need a full half-day to do it justice; start early to make the
most of your time. After exploring all four courtyards of this historically significant land-
mark, make sure you detour into
Soğukçeşme Sokak
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)
to admire one of the
city's prettiest streetscapes.
After sampling the Ottoman palace cuisine recreated by a series of chef-histori-
ans at
Matbah
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)
, continue your day's Ottoman theme at the
İstan-
bul Archaeology Museums
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)
, home to the palace collections acquired by the
sultans. Afterwards, enjoy the tea and panoramic view on offer at
Set Üstü Çay Bahçesi
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)
in
Gülhane Park
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)
, then head to Eminönü to stock up on
lokum
(Turkish delight) at one of the city's oldest shops,
Ali Muhıddin Hacı Bekir
(
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).
Watch dervishes whirl at the
Hocapaşa Culture Center
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)
, enjoy
dinner at
Paşazade
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)
and - if you've still got energy and an appetite
- head for a sweet finale at
Hafız Mustafa
(
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)
.
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