It was built in 1664, 100 years later than the Grand Bazaar.
It is called "Mısır Çarşısı" in Turkish. "Mısır" means Egypt in Turkish.
It was cr ... More
It was built in 1664, 100 years later than the Grand Bazaar.
It is called "Mısır Çarşısı" in Turkish. "Mısır" means Egypt in Turkish.
It was created to finance the construction of the famous mosque "Yeni Camii" in Istanbul, built in the 17th century.
Along with the Grand Bazaar, Egypt's Bazaar is considered Istanbul's representative market. The number of stores is 85,
which is not as big as the Grand Bazaar, but there are many foods of good quality and low price.
It is also a good place to get a glimpse of Turkey's culture of the common people as it has a unique oriental atmosphere
and is used by locals a lot.
The name "Egyptian Bazaar" was given by trading herbs and spices from North Africa and Egypt here.
Egyptian bazaar is also called "Spice Bazaar." In addition to spices, it now sells dry fruits,
fermented dairy products, nuts, and other food products, as well as precious metals and traditional crafts.
This is Turkey's largest traditional market, which has been active since the Ottoman Empire in 1461.
It was the center of trade between the East and ... More
This is Turkey's largest traditional market, which has been active since the Ottoman Empire in 1461.
It was the center of trade between the East and the West during the Silk Road period.
Currently, tourist souvenirs, nuts, and spices are sold here.
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