Spice Bazaar: Where spices and cultures mix
The Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar (Turkish: Mısır Çarşısı), is one of the oldest and most famous covered markets in Istanbul, Turkey. The Spice Bazaar, where the market has traditionally operated since Byzantine times, is situated on the seaside side of Eminönü. In those days, when marine trade was prominent, Eminonu had a booming commercial activity. Istanbul's strategic location between East and West, the Mediterranean, and the Black Sea made it one of the most significant trading hubs during the Byzantine and Ottoman periods. Istanbul served as the hub of global trade for ages. In the same spot as the current Spice Bazaar, there existed a former Spice Bazaar called "Makron Envalos" during the Byzantine era.
From the Byzantine era to the Ottoman, this market was operational but not very organized. Then, to raise money for the care of the neighboring New Mosque, the construction of Istanbul's Spice Market started. So the Spice Bazaar was first constructed as a component of the New Mosque complex to serve as an economic facility to allow the pious foundation to survive without assistance or support from outside sources. Today it is the largest spice market in the world is and the second-largest covered bazaar in Turkey.
A Spice Bazaar tour is truly more than fantastic in every meaning of the term. When you visit the Spice Bazaar, you can find yourself drifting off easily while you buy a variety of spices, natural cures for aches and ailments, and time-tested aphrodisiacs.
In fact, the spice market is a study of flavors and scents. A variety of Turkish delights, baklava, teas, Turkish coffee, and dried fruits may all be found here.
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