Dreamy Views of Istanbul: The Charming Glass Lantern Market at the Grand Bazaar

By: Olivia

Turkish architecture and art always carry a uniquely mysterious and splendid charm, and among them, the colorful glass lanterns are one of the local specialties. To witness the romantic scene of glass lanterns hanging like stars in the sky, you can't miss Istanbul's Grand Bazaar (Grand Bazaar)!

Bazaar is the direct transliteration of "Bazaar." The Grand Bazaar itself is already a popular attraction in Istanbul, being the largest and oldest covered market in the world, with at least fifty indoor streets and over four thousand shops. It mainly sells jewelry, ceramics, spices, carpets, and other goods rich in Turkish ethnic characteristics.

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While admiring these goods full of stories, don't miss the street that specializes in glass lanterns. Hanging with all kinds of exotically styled glass lanterns, when lit, the lanterns emit a dazzling array of beautiful hues, creating a scene so beautiful it feels almost unreal.

The shining lanterns seem to float in mid-air, and the small shops transform into enchanting fairytale scenes and magnificent palaces. Some shops here do not allow photography (or may require a small tip), but just admiring them is already a feast for the eyes.

Grand Bazaar
Beyazit Mh. | Fatih, Istanbul 34126, Turkey

Image source:  m.diary.ru / KLM Royal Dutch Airlines / Backpacking Istanbul