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Real Istanbul Day Tour

Real Istanbul Day Tour

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Turkish Paper Marbling (Ebru) Class in Istanbul

Turkish Paper Marbling (Ebru) Class in Istanbul

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Whirling Dervishes Ceremony in Istanbul Every Thursday

Whirling Dervishes Ceremony in Istanbul Every Thursday

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Istanbul Artisan Walking Tour

Istanbul Artisan Walking Tour

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Turkish Paper Marbling (Ebru) Class in Istanbul

Turkish Paper Marbling (Ebru) Class in Istanbul

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Need a break from the hustle and bustle of tourist life in Istanbul? Come and take a Turkish paper marbling (Ebru) class with the remarkable Turkish artist Betul! Turkish paper marbling is a method of aqueous surface design that can create patterns similar to marble, hence the name.
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2.5 h
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Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

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Istanbul first-timer? Only have one day to explore? Discover the historic Old City on a fascinating walking tour with a professional local guide. The tour covers Istanbul’s top 6 attractions: the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar.
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Duration
8 h
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English
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Ottoman-Turkish Calligraphy Workshop in Istanbul

Ottoman-Turkish Calligraphy Workshop in Istanbul

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Ottoman-Turkish calligraphy, also known as Arabic calligraphy, is the art of writing, and by extension, of bookmaking. Calligraphy is an especially revered form of Islamic art since it was the primary means for the preservation of the Qur’an.
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2 h
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Personalised Tour of Istanbul with a Local

Personalised Tour of Istanbul with a Local

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Hi, everyone! This tour is designed for Istanbul first-timers and those with limited time in the city. If you don’t want to get lost, join me!
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Duration
5 h
Languages
English
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Orient House Bosphorus New Year's Eve

Orient House Bosphorus New Year's Eve

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Enjoy a tasty dinner and a traditional Turkish show with live music and belly dancers while cruising along the Bosphorus. Orient Bosphorus is a sophisticated choice for an unforgettable evening of entertainment in Istanbul.
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4 h
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English, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, French, Estonian, Japanese, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Portuguese

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