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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Ayasofya Meydanı, Sultanahmet, Fatih, 34122 Istanbul, Türkiye
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First‑Time Istanbul – Hagia Sophia Anchor Plan

Mix headline sites with breaths in squares; avoid stacking heavy interiors back‑to‑back.

12/8/2025
12 min read
Starter itinerary path around Sultanahmet

Keep the pace humane; Istanbul rewards pauses.

Day 1

  • Hagia Sophia early
  • Cistern
  • Square stroll + tea

Day 2

  • Topkapi + museums

  • Bosphorus views

    Packing List (Lite)

    • Scarf, refillable bottle, offline map
    • Comfortable shoes, small umbrella (seasonal)

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    Starter itinerary markers

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Itinerary Starter

Itinerary Starter

I built this to help you meet Hagia Sophia with calm, context, and care—so the grand ideas, quiet prayers, and bright stones speak clearly.

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