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Dive behind the art and religious symbolism of Istanbul’s Sultan Ahmed Mosque on this guided walking tour. Discover why this stunning landmark has been dubbed the Blue Mosque.

Highlights

• Enter a stunning world of blue stained glass and handmade blue tiles
• Avoid missing details like the elephant-foot pillars and he gold minarets
• Discover the story and symbolism behind features like the tile flowers
• Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option
• Get help finding the perfect angle to capture pictures for social media

Description

Decode the religious symbolism behind the art and architectural features of the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul on this guided walking tour. Admire its mix of Islamic and Ottoman architecture. Get tips on where to take the most breathtaking photos of the Blue Mosque.  Meet your guide at the entrance to the mosque and step into a facinating world comprised of more than 20,000 handmade blue ceramic tiles. Learn the story behind this 17th-century building's famed architect, Mehmet Aga. Hear about the significance of the elephant-foot pillars, the different flowers on the tiles, and the gold minarets. Have your burning questions answered and get help taking excellent photos to share with friends and family back home. 

Includes

English-speaking guide Walking tour

Important Information

• There is no fee to enter the Sultan Ahmed Mosque

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund