In one day, we covered 2 of the major highlights of Istanbul as well as ‘Art Street’ – a whole street in the old quarter full of art supply shops – hmmm thought Linz, “this’ll take a while”. After a few art purchases, we chanced upon yet another holy place – the New Mosque – it was stunning inside, and you certainly don’t have to be religious to appreciate these magnificent buildings and their meaning.
 Looking at the rest of Istanbul |  The New Mosque |  … read to the end … Linz ensured his mini skirt was co-ordinated with his blouse |
 inside the new Mosque |  |  |
We had also arrived at the Egyptian Spice Market where our senses were bombarded with a raft of colour and smells – we both enjoyed this market more than any other in Istanbul.
Egyptian Spice Market – the colours of the merchandise
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Egyptian Spice Market – the colours of the produce on offer
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THE GRAND BAZAAR – more of the same times 400 = 4,400 stalls under one roof – brain overload even for a shopaholic and maximalist
 Grand Bazaar entrance |  Excess upon excess |  this stallholder’s mate yelled out “you look like Elton John” |
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