Blue Mosque

A true Bohemia when it comes to Islamic prayer centers, the Blue Mosque attracts both devote Muslims and hordes of tourists alike. From speakers in the towering minarets prayer calls sound out over the city muffling those from other smaller mosques and at night the building outshines all others in Istanbul until day break. Inside, the massive prayer hall is adorned with lamps hanging from the dizzying heights of its decorative ceiling. A truly majestic architectural and religious icon that represents not only Turkish but world culture.