"The flavor of the Orient" spices Tip by midnight_mike

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A short walk from the Eminonu ferry docks, the Spice Bazaar offers a true flavor of the Orient. Built in 1660, it is the second largest covered market in Istanbul. Whatever spice you are looking for, you will surely find it here. Nuts, dried fruits and many other culinary delights can be found here. The Spice Bazaar is also referred to as the Egyptian Market, as it was built from duties collected on Egyptian goods.

The Spice Bazaar is closed Sundays. It is open every other day between 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Directions: You can get to the Spice Bazaar by taking the Eminönü-Zeytinburnu tram from Sultanahmet. It is a short walk from the Galata Bridge.
Theme: Food and Drink

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  • Written Jul 23, 2006
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