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Everyone comes to see the Blue Mosque. Very few know its real story. 🕌✨ Built between 1609–1616, the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) gets its name not from the outside — but from 20,000+ hand-painted Iznik tiles glowing blue inside. It’s one of the only mosques in the world with 6 minarets, and yes — that once caused controversy. What makes it even more special? It’s still an active place of worship, not just a tourist monument. And despite its grandeur, entry is completely free — only respect is required. Travel tips most people don’t share: • Visit early morning (8–9 AM) for calm vibes & fewer crowds • Scarves are provided free at the entrance • Best interior light is mid-morning • Combine it with Hagia Sophia & Basilica Cistern — all walkable • Check prayer timings before entering Not just architecture. A living masterpiece of faith, history & soul. 🇹🇷✨ #BlueMosque #SultanAhmedMosque #IstanbulDiaries #TurkeyTravel #HiddenFacts #TravelSmart #HistoricPlaces #MosqueArchitecture #TravelTips #SoloTravel #CulturalTravel #Wanderlust #InstaTravel #TravelReels #MustVisit #IstanbulVibes

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This post was published on 22nd December, 2025 by Farheen on her Instagram handle "@explorewithfarheen_official (Explore with Farheen)". Farheen has total 2.5K followers on Instagram and has a total of 668 post.This post has received 28 Likes which are lower than the average likes that Farheen gets. Farheen receives an average engagement rate of 1.58% per post on Instagram. This post has received 4 comments which are greater than the average comments that Farheen gets. Overall the engagement rate for this post was lower than the average for the profile. #HiddenFacts #SultanAhmedMosque #MosqueArchitecture #HistoricPlaces #SoloTravel #BlueMosque #TurkeyTravel #TravelSmart #TravelTips #IstanbulDiaries has been used frequently in this Post.