Istanbul Day 4: One Last Mosque

On the last day, Bev lead us through winding streets and back alleys to find the Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent.  This Mosque earned three stars from Rick Steves and was designed by an artist equivalent to Leonardo da Vinci.  The Ottomans commenced construction in 1550 and completed it a mere decade later.  Picture the Metro area government completing the Beltway project in ten days.   Although the size and design competes with the Blue Mosque, the simple interior stands in stark contrast.  The quiet design called for contemplation.

We ended the trip shopping for ceramics.  Ice cream bowels - something never change.