Büyük Valide Han
This point of interest is available as audio on the tour: Visit Istanbul, from Byzantium to Constantinople, an empire on two continents
On your left, you’ll find the entrance to the Büyük valide han, one of the many scattered around Istanbul. Back in the day, these were roadside inns for camel-riding merchants from the East, who would come to sell their goods at this legendary trading hub. Today, this 3-century-old caravanserai is home to numerous craftsmen who welcome curious visitors into their workshops. Don’t let the dark, gloomy entrance scare you off – unleash your inner explorer and peek inside! Bonus tip: if they let you up to the roof, definitely go for it. You’ll enjoy one of the best views of Istanbul.
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