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İstanbul is home to many important places that fascinate its visitors with their spiritual atmosphere. Among the favorite addresses of this fascinating city that make you feel the spirit of Ramadan are historical mosques, shrines, squares where iftar tables are set and peaceful hills. If you wish, we can discover together the distinguished places in İstanbul, where every corner has a scent of history and reinforces the spirituality of Ramadan.

The World's First Six-Minaret Mosque: Sultanahmet Mosque and Sultanahmet Square

Built in the 17th century during the reign of the Ottoman Empire, the Sultanahmet Mosque is a very special structure with both its motifs containing Byzantine influences and its details reflecting Islamic architecture. The mosque, which was built by Architect Sedefkar Mehmed Ağa upon the order of Sultan Ahmed I, is among the places where you can experience the joy of the month of Ramadan in the best way in İstanbul.

Sultanahmet Square, one of the places where the month of Ramadan is most intensely experienced, fascinates its visitors with its historical texture and atmosphere. Thousands of people break their fasts with a sense of unity and solidarity at the iftar tables that are set up in Sultanahmet Square.

The Symbolic Structure of the Ottoman Empire: Süleymaniye Mosque

Süleymaniye Mosque, built by Mimar Sinan in the name of Suleiman the Magnificent, is one of the most exquisite places where you can experience the spirit of Ramadan. The mosque, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, also hosts thousands of local and foreign visitors during the month of Ramadan. After breaking your fast in the places around the mosque, you can come to this fascinating mosque to perform the taraweeh prayer. Here, you can admire the magnificent architecture of the mosque and deeply feel its spiritual atmosphere.

The Official Residence of the Sultans: Topkapı Palace

Topkapı Palace is one of the places to visit that can reflect the spirit of Ramadan in the best way possible and is an important ritual of Islam. The palace, which was the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire and the official residence of the sultans, was first opened to visitors during the reign of Sultan Abdulmecid.

Today, in the palace, which is visited by thousands of people, you can see many valuable items such as the mantle of Hz. Muhammad, two swords, his beard, teeth, footprints, his holy flag, water bowl and the first copies of the suras Hümeze,Tekâsür, Kadr and Tebbet written on leather. Visiting Topkapı Palace during Ramadan can be a great opportunity to take a short journey into the past and explore history, as well as making the enjoyment of this special month more meaningful.

Savior of the Ottoman Army: Zuhurat Baba Tomb

Located in the Bakırköy district of İstanbul, Zuhurat Baba Tomb is one of the tombs that is flooded with visitors especially during the month of Ramadan. According to one story, Zuhurat Baba quenched the thirst of the entire army when the Ottoman army was thirsty during the conquest of İstanbul. It is also said that this person was martyred at the end of the war. The reason why this person who came to the aid of the army was given the name "Zuhurat" is that this word means "suddenly appearing". Today, many people visit this person, who is thought to be a friend of Allah, during the month of Ramadan and experience a powerful spiritual experience.

A Spiritual Journey: Oruç Baba Tomb

One of the stories about Oruç Baba, the son of İbrahim Pasha and a follower of Sheikh Hasan Efendi of the Halveti order, is that he broke his fast with Hızır Aleyhisselam on the first day of Ramadan. Another rumor is that this very poor person was a dervish who broke his fast with only a piece of bread and vinegar during Ramadan due to his financial situation.

The Oruç Baba Tomb in Fatih is among the places that are flocked by people who would like to feel a spiritual intensity during Ramadan. Those who come here also believe that their wishes will come true at the Oruç Baba Tomb. People who pray, make wishes and come together to break their fasts here since the first day of Ramadan to find tranquility in the spiritual atmosphere of the Oruç Baba Tomb.

The Most Beautiful Scenery of İstanbul: Çamlıca Hill

Çamlıca Hill, one of the highest hills in the Üsküdar district of İstanbul, fascinates those who see it with its panoramic scenery. You can come here during Ramadan and have a spiritually refreshing experience by taking a walk before or after iftar. You can share the joy of Ramadan by attending the taraweeh prayer at the mosques that are located on the Çamlıca Hill. You can also attend the concerts, conversations and exhibitions that are organized on Ramadan nights and have a pleasant day.

The Oldest Mevlevi House in İstanbul: Galata Mevlevi House Museum

Galata Mevlevi House, which contributed to the development of Mevlevi culture, is a structure that is established on the hills of Galata in 1941. This structure, which operates as a museum today, includes the Halet Efendi Library, Şeyh Galib Tomb, Hasan Ağa Fountain, Hamuşan and Adile Sultan Fountain. You can also visit Galata Mevlevi House Museum during Ramadan and discover history and have a spiritual experience.

The Most Special Address for Iftar: Elite World Hotels & Resorts

How about spending a pleasant day with your loved ones during Ramadan and breaking your fast with scrumptious food? If your answer is "Yes!", then you can choose the İstanbul hotels within the scope of Elite World Hotels & Resorts for your iftar meal during Ramadan.

The hotels that are located in the beautiful districts of İstanbul such as Taksim, Küçükyalı, Basın Ekspres, Florya promise their guests an unforgettable Ramadan experience with their food and beverage areas where quality and scrumptious food is served. You can contact Elite World Hotels & Resorts to enjoy the most exquisite examples of traditional Turkish cuisine in the stylish and modern atmosphere of the hotels and make your reservation right away.