Cultural Tours Fall 2008 - Istanbul

18 09 2008
  • Visit the Sokullu Mehmet Pasa Mosque in Kadirga. A “Mevlit” ceremony, Turkish versed hymn that praises the Prophet Mohammed at the Sokullu Mehmet Pasha Mosque.
  • Drive to Fener & Balat area, visit to the Ahrida Synagogue [the oldest synagogue built in 1400’s],  the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate, Surp Hiresdagabad Armenian Church.
  • Lunch is going to be in a local fish restaurant.
  • Visit the Jewish Museum in Karakoy and the Spice Market [17th C.A.D. introduction to Turkish cuisine, eating culture and use of spices]. 
  • See the Rustem Pasa Mosque [16th C.A.D.] in Eminonu.
  • Visit the Chora Church (Kariye) Museum by the city wall in Edirnekapi.
  • Live Turkish Classical Music called fasil accompany the authentic Turkish kitchen tastes during dinner in Edirnekapi.

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