Hiring a guided tour in Istanbul with a guide in Spanish is highly recommended. It provides historical and cultural context, and offers accurate information about the sites. The guides share interesting stories and anecdotes, making the experience vivid. They help to optimize time by leading directly to the key points. They overcome language barriers and offer access to exclusive places. They also give local recommendations and provide company and security. In summary, a guided tour in Spanish in Istanbul significantly enhances the experience and understanding of the city.
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We begin our tour with a guided visit from the outside to the Hagia Sophia mosque; one of the most iconic monuments in the city. The narration is done from the outside as the entry of tourist guides is prohibited. Originally, Hagia Sophia was built as a Christian cathedral in the year 537 during the Byzantine Empire. For almost a thousand years, it served as one of the most important churches in Eastern Christianity. Then, in 1453, after the conquest of Constantinople by the Ottomans, the church was converted into a mosque. Later, with the founding of the Republic of Turkey, it was converted into a museum but today it is used as a mosque again. Hagia Sophia is famous for its impressive architecture and its giant dome, its mosaics and frescoes: Although many of the original Christian-themed mosaics and frescoes were covered or removed after the conversion into a mosque, some of them have been restored and can be admired .
The second stop on our tour is the most famous Mosque of the Ottoman Empire. The Blue Mosque, known as the "Sultanahmet Camii" in Turkish, is a famous mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. Name: Its nickname "Blue Mosque" is derived from the blue ceramic tiles that adorn its interior. Location: It is located in the Sultanahmet district, in the historic heart of Istanbul. Architecture: It was built between 1609 and 1616 during the reign of Sultan Ahmed I, and combines elements of the Ottoman architectural style with Byzantine influences. Decoration: The interior is decorated with more than 20,000 blue ceramic tiles, hence its name. Characteristics: The mosque has a large central courtyard and a fountain for ablutions. Religious Use: Although a popular tourist attraction, the Blue Mosque remains an active place of worship, with all five daily prayers and Friday prayers being held.
The Istanbul Roman Hippodrome, known in Turkish as "At Meydanı", is a former sports and entertainment venue that was an important part of the social and political life of ancient Constantinople (now Istanbul) during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. . Some key points about the Roman Hippodrome are: History: Built in 203 AD. by the emperor Septimius Severus, the hippodrome was used for chariot races and other public events, as well as for exhibitions and athletic competitions. Location: It is located in the Sultanahmet district, in the historic heart of Istanbul, near the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Mosque. Layout: The hippodrome had an oblong shape and was surrounded by stands and monuments. It could accommodate tens of thousands of spectators. Obelisks and Columns: Several notable monuments were erected at the hippodrome, including obelisks brought from Egypt and columns with bronze statues.
You will make your own way to the meeting points