Spice Market

Istanbul’s Spice Market or Mısır Çarşısı was constructed in 1663 as a part of the adjacent Yeni Mosque complex in order to generate funds for the upkeep of the mosque. Mısır in Turkish means “Egypt” and it is called The Egyptian Bazaar due to the...

Kanyon

 Kanyon, one of Europe’s largest mixed-use districts, introduces a new concept for urban living in Levent, Istanbul’s central business district. Its unique design Kanyon Levent has attracted upscale retailers, including many that are new to Istanbul, and Turkey, to...

Shopping in Istanbul

The currency used in Istanbul is the New Turkish Lira (YTL) though the euro and US dollar are also accepted at places frequented by tourists (although certain tourist attractions such as the Hagia Sophia only accept liras). Currency exchanges and banks are plentiful...