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Turbe of Sultan Ahmed Khan

The tomb of the Sultan and other Ottoman dignitaries.

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Ceiling

Turbe of Sultan Ahmed Khan, Old Town Istanbul, Turkey, September 12, 2025

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Grilled Corn

A popular snack.

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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Very popular with tourists.

Old Town Istanbul, Turkey, September 12, 2025

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Basilica Cistern

Emperor Constantine built a structure that was later reconstructed and enlarged by Emperor Justinian after the Nika riots of 532, which devastated the city. Historical texts claim that 7,000 slaves were involved in the construction of the cistern.

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