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Istanbul Province, Türkiye
A city on two continents, known for its mosques, bazaars and the Bosphorus.
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Lessons shared by travellers who have been there.
Drawn from travellers' stories and RegretMap travel notes about Istanbul. Not verified or current advice — check official sources for permits, weather, safety and transport.
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Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Istanbul Province
Working mosques close to visitors during the five daily prayers, most noticeably at Friday midday prayers. Women are asked to cover their hair, and everyone should cover shoulders and knees.
The lesson
Check prayer times and carry a scarf.
Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Istanbul Province
Hagia Sophia is a mosque again, and arrangements for foreign visitors have changed in recent years, including separate visitor routes and fees.
The lesson
Check the current visitor rules before you go rather than relying on older guides.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests checking daily prayer times as mosques close to visitors during these periods, and visitors should cover their hair, shoulders, and knees.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests checking official visitor arrangements for sites like the Hagia Sophia, as entry routes and fees have changed recently.
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Summarised from travellers' stories and RegretMap travel notes — not verified facts or current advice. Generated Oct 14, 2026.