Istanbul's annual tulip festival began in 2006 when the city government began planting millions of brightly colored, fragrant tulips across the city. Istanbul's parks, squares, avenues and even traffic roundabouts bloom. The month-long Istanbul Tulip Festival has grown in size, with an estimated 30 million tulips planted so far. 

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Hagia Sophia Scenic Spot Reviews 
&zwnj;Historical and Cultural Values ​​&zwnj; &zwnj;Architectural Status &zwnj;: Hagia Sophia is a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, combining Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman elements, with an iconic dome. It was once one of the largest churches in the medieval world &zwnj;12. 
&zwnj;Religious Changes &zwnj;: It was originally an Orthodox cathedral (537), converted into a mosque after 1453, became a museum in 1935, and restored to a mosque again in 2020, but it is still open to the public, symbolizing cultural integration and historical changes &zwnj;12. 
&zwnj;Naming Origin &zwnj;: The Bulgarian capital Sofia is named after this church, which dates back to the 6th century AD. The existing main hall and tower were built in the Byzantine period &zwnj;3. 
&zwnj;Architectural Features and Interior Landscape &zwnj; &zwnj;Appearance &zwnj;: Typical mosque domes and minarets, with ablution pavilions and carved stone columns at the entrance &zwnj;2. 
&zwnj;Central Hall&zwnj;: Multi-colored marble floors and walls, the dome retains Byzantine murals, and a giant Arabic gold plate (with names) is hung &zwnj;2.
&zwnj;Special Area&zwnj;: 
&zwnj;Emperor&#39;s Gate&zwnj;: Among the 9 doors in the antechamber, the middle door is only for the emperor &zwnj;2.
&zwnj;Second Floor Corridor&zwnj;: Reachable through a spiral passage, it was once the worship area for the nobles &zwnj;2.
&zwnj;Crypt: Additional fee required for visit, including early Christian mosaic decorations and ancient tombs &zwnj;3.
&zwnj;Tourist Experience and Evaluation&zwnj; &zwnj;Highlights&zwnj;: 
The building is magnificent, the dome and murals are shocking, and the lighting effect is excellent at night &zwnj;12.
The cultural and historical heritage is profound, suitable for visiting after understanding the background in advance &zwnj;13.
&zwnj;Disadvantages&zwnj;: 
It may appear messy during the renovation period, and the ticket price is high &zwnj;1.
There are dense tourists and heavy commercialization, and some areas require additional charges &zwnj;13.
&zwnj;Practical Information&zwnj; &zwnj;Location&zwnj;: Istanbul, Turkey, across the street from the Blue Mosque &zwnj;2. &zwnj;Suggestion&zwnj;: Combined with a historical tour or audio guide, you can have a deeper understanding of its artistic and religious significance&zwnj;13.
As a world heritage site, Hagia Sophia is a cultural landmark that cannot be missed from the perspective of architecture, history and religion, but you need to weigh the visitor experience and personal interests&zwnj;12.

Basilica Cistern

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Comprehensive review of Istanbul Basilica Cistern
&zwnj;History and architectural features&zwnj;
&zwnj;Scale and function&zwnj;:
The Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı) is a giant underground reservoir built in the Byzantine period (6th century). It is 140 meters long and 70 meters wide, with an area equivalent to a standard football field. It has a water storage capacity of 80,000-100,000 tons. It once supplied water to the palace and surrounding areas and had military defense functions&zwnj;12.
336 9-meter-high stone columns support the vault. Most of the columns were transported from temples in Anatolia. The capitals are carved in different styles (such as Corinthian and Doric), showing the wisdom of ancient architecture&zwnj;23.
&zwnj;Mysterious elements&zwnj;:
&zwnj;Tear column&zwnj;: A stone column engraved with teardrop patterns, which is said to commemorate the slaves who died during the construction&zwnj;23.
&zwnj;Medusa head&zwnj;: The head of the Gorgon inverted and sideways at the bottom of the pool, the origin of which is a mystery, may be a symbol of warding off evil or deterring the enemy&zwnj;23. &zwnj;Cultural influence&zwnj;:
Many movies (such as &quot;Skyfall&quot;, &quot;The Spy Who Came to the City&quot;, and &quot;The Dante Code&quot;) were filmed here, adding to its mysterious color&zwnj;12.
&zwnj;Visiting experience&zwnj;
&zwnj;Highlights&zwnj;:
The underground space is magnificent and shocking, and the lights and water reflections create a dreamy atmosphere, suitable for photography and history enthusiasts&zwnj;23.
It is adjacent to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, and can be visited in series&zwnj;12.
&zwnj;Controversial points&zwnj;:
&zwnj;Ticket price&zwnj;: The ticket price for foreign tourists is about 130 yuan, which is much higher than that for local residents (about 1/5 of the price), and the cost-effectiveness is questioned&zwnj;4.
&zwnj;Visiting time&zwnj;: The whole journey takes about 15 minutes. Some tourists think that the content is thin and only supported by lighting effects and a small number of relics&zwnj;4.
&zwnj;Hidden entrance&zwnj;: The entrance sign is not obvious, and you need to be patient to find it&zwnj;24.
&zwnj;Suggestions&zwnj;
&zwnj;Recommended crowd&zwnj;: Tourists who are interested in history, architecture or movie locations; if there is plenty of time and the budget allows, you can plan it in combination with surrounding attractions&zwnj;12. &zwnj;Tips for avoiding pitfalls&zwnj;: Check the ticket price policy in advance to lower your psychological expectations; choose non-peak hours to avoid crowds&zwnj;4.
&zwnj;Summary&zwnj;: The Basilica Cistern is Istanbul&#39;s unique &quot;underground miracle&quot;. Its historical value and mystery are worth exploring, but you need to weigh the ticket cost against your personal interests&zwnj;12.

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The sunset view of the Bosphorus is very beautiful. It is recommended to go to Emin&ouml;n&uuml; Pier to take a cruise of Turyol Company. You must buy the ticket for the sunset time 2 hours before sunset, and then go to the nearby restaurant to enjoy the food and wait. The most basic pure tour is about 90 minutes, the fare is 150 lira (about &yen;30), you get on the boat by yourself, there is no performance, no explanation, no food and drinks, the boat is average. In fact, the most important thing is to take pictures and enjoy the sunset. There are many places of interest along the coast, and you must not miss the Suleymaniye Mosque and Dolmabah&ccedil;e Palace.

Topkapi Palace

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As an iconic attraction in Istanbul, Topkapi Palace combines the glorious history and artistic essence of the Ottoman Empire. The following comprehensive comments are for reference: 
&zwnj;History and Cultural Value&zwnj;
Topkapi Palace was the power center of the Ottoman Empire for nearly 500 years (1465-1853). It was home to 25 sultans. It is now the largest museum in Turkey. It houses countless national treasures, Islamic relics and royal treasures. It can be called the &quot;Forbidden City of the Ottoman Empire&quot;&zwnj;12.

It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. Its architectural complex includes four courtyards, a harem, an audience hall, etc., showing the perfect fusion of Islamic and Ottoman styles&zwnj;13.
&zwnj;Core Highlights&zwnj;
&zwnj;Treasures and Exhibitions&zwnj;
&zwnj;Jewelry Exhibition Hall&zwnj;: It displays gem-studded sabres, tableware, scriptures, etc. It is especially famous for a giant diamond and a &quot;bed covered with gems&quot;, which is described by tourists as &quot;rich and inhumane&quot;&zwnj;2.
&zwnj;Religious relics&zwnj;: It houses Islamic calligraphy manuscripts, Sultan relics, etc. The Holy Relics Hall is an important sightseeing spot&zwnj;13.
&zwnj;Architectural details&zwnj;: Such as the marble-inlaid colonnade of the Baghdad Palace and the inner palace courtyard of the Gate of Auspicious Omens, which are of great artistic value&zwnj;3.
&zwnj;Scenic advantages&zwnj;
The palace is located on the high ground of the Bosphorus Strait, overlooking the Sea of ​​Marmara, the Golden Horn and the Asian area on the opposite bank. The garden has a wide view and is excellent for taking photos&zwnj;34.
&zwnj;Tourist experience&zwnj;
&zwnj;Tickets and time&zwnj;: Tickets are 1,500 liras (about 345 yuan), and at least 3 hours of visit are required. It is closed on Tuesdays. Free Chinese guides require a passport or $100 to be pledged&zwnj;2.
&zwnj;Tourist evaluation&zwnj;:
Positive: Most tourists think it is &quot;superb&quot;, with rich exhibits such as &quot;Alibaba Treasures&quot;, and the architecture and strait scenery are shocking&zwnj;24.
Negative: The ticket price is relatively high (compared with the Forbidden City), and some facilities such as the guides have typos&zwnj;2. &zwnj;Practical suggestions&zwnj;
&zwnj;Visiting route&zwnj;: Enter from the Imperial Gate (first courtyard), visit the Gate of Reverence (second courtyard), the Gate of Auspicious Omens (third courtyard) and the Treasure House in turn, and finally go to Baghdad Palace to enjoy the sea view&zwnj;3.
&zwnj;Surrounding facilities&zwnj;: There are Western restaurants (such as the popular NUSR-ET steak house) and shopping spots nearby, but please note that the straight-line distance is far&zwnj;4.
&zwnj;Summary&zwnj;
Topkapi Palace is a paradise for history lovers and photographers. Although the ticket price is expensive, its unparalleled treasures and strait views are still worth a special visit. It is recommended to avoid Tuesday and reserve half a day for an in-depth tour&zwnj;12.

The Blue Mosque

Comprehensive review of Blue Mosque attractions
Architectural and historical value
Magnificent appearance: The Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) is famous for its six 43-meter-high minarets and a giant dome with a diameter of 27.5 meters. It is a masterpiece of Islamic classical architecture and is known as &quot;one of the ten wonders of the world&quot;12.
Interior decoration: The walls of the mosque are covered with blue and white Iznik tiles, matched with Arabic calligraphy and geometric patterns. The sun shines through the colored glass to form a dreamy light and shadow, which is full of artistic and religious atmosphere12.
Visiting experience
Advantages: Cultural symbol: As a landmark of Istanbul, it combines Byzantine and Islamic culture and is suitable for in-depth experience of Turkish history2.
Off-peak suggestion: Avoid the five daily prayer times (such as afternoon), when there are fewer tourists3.
Disadvantages: Large flow of people: Long queues are required during popular hours, and the crowds inside affect taking pictures13.
Hygiene issues: You need to take off your shoes to enter. The carpet may have a peculiar smell on rainy or humid days. It is recommended to bring your own disposable socks13. &zwnj;Notes&zwnj;
&zwnj;Dress requirements&zwnj;: Women need to wear headscarves, and blue robes are provided in the mosque (more popular than the pink mosque)&zwnj;34.
&zwnj;Photography suggestions&zwnj;: The fountain square can take panoramic photos, but the interior is limited by light and crowds, so you need to be patient to find the angle&zwnj;34.
&zwnj;Comparison with other mosques&zwnj;
&zwnj;Comparison with the Blue Mosque in Putrajaya&zwnj;: The Turkish version is larger and has a longer history, but there are fewer tourists in Putrajaya and it is more suitable for taking pictures&zwnj;4.
&zwnj;Tourist evaluation is divided&zwnj;: Some people think it is seriously commercialized (such as dense tour groups), but some people praise its faith and architectural beauty&zwnj;12.
&zwnj;Recommendation index&zwnj;: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
&zwnj;Suitable for people&zwnj;: History enthusiasts, photography players, it is recommended to avoid the rainy season and peak hours&zwnj;12.

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