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Hi All.
I am planning to visit Istanbul on 17 November. That will be the second day of the Grand Hajj Eid (Eid al Adha).
So I have few questions:
1- Will the markets, shops, and restaurant be closed on that day?
2- Will everything be crowded?
3- Will I be able to visit the local baths (hammam sinan) or will they be closed or crowded?
Thanks.
VidER
Hi VidER,
I have never heard the words Grand Hajj Eid and Eid al Adha, but I checked the calendar and I guess you mean Feast of Sacrifice.
1. All markets and restaurants will be open. Most shops close only at first day, and open next day. Some stay closed more. These are valid for the regular places. The most touristic shopping place Grand Bazaar is closed 4 days of the Holiday, and also on Sunday.
2. Yes, it will be crowded. The poor people from suburbs who can not afford to go to holiday will flow to central parts of the city. A lot of inconvenient people around. More crowds, fightings, noise than usual.
3. Touristic hamams will be open.
Best wishes,
Alper
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