Istanbul: Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 4,000 shops. Construction began in 1455 (just two years after the Ottoman conquest), and the Grand Bazaar opened in 1461. The sprawling complex consists of 12 major buildings and has 22 doors.
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Istanbul: Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 4,000 shops. Construction began in 1455 (just two years after the Ottoman conquest), and the Grand Bazaar opened in 1461. The sprawling complex consists of 12 major buildings and has 22 doors.
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