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Shopping at the Grand Bazaar is a must in Turkey to bring home great spices and souvenirs.

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Huge landmark, and world's largest cathedral for over a 1,000 years. It was made in 537 AD, and is full of mosiacs showcasing Byzantine and Ottoman history.

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The Topkapi Palace was the imperial palace of the Ottoman sultans from 1465-1856. It was the central of politics for the Ottoman empire.

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7:45 PM Hartford, CT, US (BDL) to Washington, DC, US (IAD) at 9:15 PM

1 hour and 50 minute layover

11:05 PM Washington, DC, US (IAD) to Frankfurt, DE (FRA) at 11:50 AM

1 hour and 10 minute layover

1:00 PM Frankfurt, DE (FRA) to Istanbul, TR (IST) at 6:05 PM

Flight Home

6:50 AM Istanbul, TR (IST) to Frankfurt, DE (FRA) at 8:10 AM

3 hour and 20 minute layover

11:30 AM Frankfurt, DE (FRA) to Washington, DC, US (IAD) at 3:40 AM

1 hour and 40 minute layover

5:20 PM Washington, DC, US (IAD) to Hartford, CT, US (BDL) at 6:44 PM

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One of the most famous mosques in the world, displays the great Ottoman architecture.

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The Basilica Cistern was a large water reservoir for Istanbul. It shows the advancements and capabilities of the Byzantine.

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The Grand Bazaar was established in 1461 and is the oldest market in the world. There are over 4,000 shops selling souvenirs, carpets, and other items. It is still thriving today.

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Breakfast - Simit (Turkish sesame bread)

Lunch - Lahmacun (Turkish pizza)

Dinner - Grilled Sea Bass

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Breakfast - Menemen (Peppers with eggs)

Lunch - Doner Kebab (Flatbread sandwich with lamb)

Dinner - Manti (Turkish dumplings)

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Breakfast - Pisi (Fried dough with jam)

Lunch - Karniyarik (Stuffed eggplant)

Dinner - Kuzu Tandir (Lamb with rice)

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An ancient spa experience, Turkish people have been taking them for hundreds of years.

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The Bosphorus Cruise takes you along the water that separates Europe and Asia. While on it you're shown many historical sights and beautiful mosques and bridges.

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The main religion in Turkey.

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Turkish people are very big on hospitality, like taking your shoes off when entering a home, or bringing gifts when visiting someone. They cherish and respect their elders, and are very big on dressing modestly.