Istanbul's Ramadan Nights: A Mystical Journey

Beautifully Lit Mosques

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Iftar Feasts at Famous Locations

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Lively Ramadan Markets

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Spiritual Music & Entertainment

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Suhoor with a View

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Cultural & Spiritual Gatherings

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Istanbul's Ramadan Nights: A Mystical Journey

Beautifully Lit Mosques

Mosques in Istanbul especially look good at night. Historic mosques like Süleymaniye and Eyüp Sultan light up with mahya making them look magical.

Iftar Feasts at Famous Locations

Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Square, and Hagia Sophia are some of the most famous where Iftar meals are served consisting of pide bread, güllaç, and lentil soups.

Lively Ramadan Markets

Dates, tea, baklava, and more, during Ramadan, head to markets like Spice Bazaar and Grand Bazaar to get some amazing Ramadan special treats.

Spiritual Music & Entertainment

From events hosting whirling Dervish performances to street artists performing traditional folk, Ramadan nights are full of music and entertainment.

Suhoor with a View

Restaurants and cafes near the Bosphorus serve an amazing Suhoor meal. You should grab a spot with a view and enjoy a hearty meal before the sun rises.

Cultural & Spiritual Gatherings

Ramadan nights have beautiful cultural and spiritual gatherings where people meet for prayer, sermons, and Quran recitation in all mosques and community centers.