Istanbul Trip Overview
If you want a richer, deeper, and more unique experience of the character, authenticity and traditions of this multi-civilizational city, then a guided walking tour of the Fener and Balat areas in the old city is for you. You will see churches, synagogues and mosques side by side and see impressive sights of religious co-existence dating back centuries ago. Our qualified and licenced tour guides can guide you, as part of a customised tour suited to your wants and needs, through the subtle magic of the narrow, steep and winding streets, detailing their history and present day significance whilst sharing their personal insight.
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Duration: 4 to 8 hours
Starts: Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey
If you want a richer, deeper, and more unique experience of the character, authenticity and traditions of this multi-civilizational city, then a guided walking tour of the Fener and Balat areas in the old city is for you. You will see churches, synagogues and mosques side by side and see impressive sights of religious co-existence dating back centuries ago. Our qualified and licenced tour guides can guide you, as part of a customised tour suited to your wants and needs, through the subtle magic of the narrow, steep and winding streets, detailing their history and present day significance whilst sharing their personal insight.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Vlaherna Meryem Ana Church, Ayvansaray, Kuytu Sk., 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
This Greek Orthodox church is hugely important to the followers of this denomination of Christianity. Its current form was constructed in 1867 but the site has housed previous buildings of Christian worship. It holds significance for being the only church in the world to celebrate Mass on Fridays. This building, protected by an outer wall, is discreet and easily missed by unguided tourists and even locals.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Surp Hresdagabet Kilisesi, KamIs Sokak No.2 Ayvansaray Mahallesi, Istanbul 34087 Turkey
Gregorian Armenian Church.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Ferruh Kethuda Camii, Ferruh Kahya Sok No.11 Ayvansaray Mah, Istanbul 34087 Turkey
The mosque of Mimar Sinan who is the most famous architect of the Ottoman period…The mosque is under construction, so we will be seeing it from the outside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ahrida Synagogue, Kurkcu cesme Sokak Balat, Istanbul Turkey
One of the oldest synagogue in Istanbul which is built by the Macedonian Jews who came from Ohri. For security reasons, the synagogue can only be visited with a special permission.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Fener & Balat, Fener & Balat, Istanbul
The authentic backstreets of the neighborhood… We will be observing Fener & Balat districts’ vintage soul by heart.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Balat Mahallesi, Murselpasa Cd. No:10, Istanbul 34087 Turkey
a.k.a. Bulgarian Iron Church. Richly ornamented neo-gothic style church is famous for being made of prefabricated cast iron elements.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Dimitrie Cantemir Museum Cafe, Balat Mh. Vodina Cd, Balat, Sancaktar Ykş. No:6, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
Moldavian Prince Dimitrie Cantemir who made great contributions to classical Turkish music in the Ottoman period was living in this house and now it’s open again as a museum.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Fener Rum Ortodoks Patrikhanesi Kutuphanesi, Sadrazam Ali Pasa Cad. No: 35 Fener, Fatih, Istanbul 34220 Turkey
The Principal Eastern Orthodox Cathedral still in use. Fener Greek Orthodox College will be seen during the tour.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Walls of Constantinople (Istanbul City Walls), Istanbul Turkey
Byzantine City Walls
