The Egyptian market is the second largest traditional market in Istanbul
Last Updated: 2023-07-27
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The Egyptian market in Istanbul
Istanbul is one of the most important cities in Turkey and is known for being the economic capital of the country in addition to being one of the most important tourism destinations in Turkey, where it receives thousands of visitors daily who come from all over the world to enjoy the charming scenes in the city and visit the most beautiful entertainment and tourist places in Istanbul. One of the most popular destinations is the markets in Istanbul, the most famous of which is the Egyptian market. Below we will talk about its sections and all its details.
Where is the Egyptian market located in Istanbul?
The Egyptian market is located within the European Istanbul, and more specifically within the Eminonu Port. As for the main entrance to the market, it is located facing the new mosque.
How to reach the Egyptian market in Istanbul?
There are many ways that you can reach the Egyptian market, as the forms of transportation in Istanbul vary. If you are coming from the side of Istiklal Street, you can take bus number 66 and then get off in the Eminonu area and continue your way to the Egyptian market. If you are at Taksim station, you can take the metro and get off at Kabatas station, and then you can take the tram, which reaches the Eminonu area to continue your way to the market. But if you are in the Sultanahmet area, you will not have to ride transportation, as you can walk to the market, as it does not take more than half an hour. And of course, you can take a taxi at the time you want, which will take you to the market directly.
What about the history of the Egyptian market in Istanbul?
The history of the Egyptian market dates back to 1597 AD, when this market was established during the reign of Sultan Murad III to be the second largest market in Istanbul after the Grand Bazaar, as it contains more than 140 shops. As for the reason for calling it the Egyptian market, according to the historical information that has been transmitted, its name came because the spices and coffee that were sold in this market were imported from India and South Asia to Egypt and then to Turkey, specifically Istanbul, so it was called the Egyptian market. But of course, the Egyptian market has many other names, such as the Spice Market and the Attarin (herbalists) Market, and this is due to the spread of spices in it, which was the main commodity in the market and is very popular and is brought from the best places to display it within the shops in this market. The Egyptian market is still considered one of the most famous markets, despite the passage of a long time since its opening, but visitors and tourists head to it from everywhere to buy distinctive traditional goods and see antique shops.
What are the activities that can be practiced within the Egyptian market?
1- The Egyptian market has six entrances that diverge on both sides, and you can certainly take a tour within the market to get acquainted with the products it offers, buy some needs and enjoy the engineering creativity of the building.
2- The most important characteristic of the Egyptian market is the aroma of spices that emanates from the shops on both sides, through which you will learn about the country's civilizations and of course you can buy from them to enrich your table with delicious and distinctive flavors.
3- The market includes a number of shops that offer the most delicious Turkish sweets, which you should not miss, especially the special sweet Delight (loukoum).
4- The Egyptian market also contains a group of shops that sell gold and are able to implement different designs in addition to selling Ottoman jewelry, which will constitute a special gift for loved ones and relatives back home.
5- In the market there are a number of cafes where you can rest from shopping and drink a cup of authentic Turkish tea or a cup of Turkish coffee and chat with the people there.
6- There are a number of distinctive historical places near the Egyptian market that you must visit, such as the New Mosque, Sulaymaniyah Mosque, Gulhana Park and other beautiful archaeological sites.
What are the working hours within the Egyptian market?
The Egyptian market opens its doors from 8 in the morning until 7 at night, from Monday to Saturday every week, so be sure to visit it and take souvenir photos in it.
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