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10 Instagram spots in Istanbul worth the hills
Minarets, straits and lanes that climb in every direction: Istanbul rewards cameras that keep walking. These 10 spots are the highlights.
Süleymaniye Mosque
A hilltop mosque complex with courtyards and Golden Horn views. The rear terrace is the quiet viewpoint.
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Privacy detailsOrtaköy Mosque
A small waterfront mosque under the bridge. Evening shots pair the lit mosque with the bridge lights.
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Privacy detailsUmbrella road
A Karakoy lane shaded by hanging umbrellas. Look straight up for the canopy pattern.
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Privacy detailsGalata tower
The medieval tower over the old-city rooftops. Shoot it from the surrounding streets, then go up for the panorama.
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Privacy detailsBalat
Colored houses, steep lanes and the rainbow staircase. Mornings keep the popular corners empty.
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Privacy detailsBlue Mosque
Six minarets outside, blue tilework inside. Visit outside prayer times and dress modestly.
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Privacy detailsDolmabahçe palace
A waterfront palace of the late Ottoman sultans on the European shore. The gates and the shore facade are the exterior shots.
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Privacy detailsHagia Sofia
A Byzantine dome of vast scale with mosaics and high windows. Morning light through the windows is the bonus.
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Privacy detailsGrand Bazaar
A covered maze of lanes, lamps and carpets. The arched ceilings photograph as well as the goods.
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Privacy detailsSecret Rooftop
A rooftop terrace with old-town views, known as the secret roof. Entry carries a small fee, so check current prices on site.
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