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The Rüstem Paşa Mosque, not far from the Egyptian Bazaar, is one of the hidden treasures of Istanbul. It was built by SInan for the Grand Vizier Rüstem Paşa, who was the husband of Mihrimah, the favourite daughter of Sultan Süleyman te Magnificent. In 1561 it was finished. It houses an astounding number of tiles of the first quality of the best period. It may be a bit hard to find in the warren of streets surrounding it, to the west of the Egyptian Spice bazaar, but persevere, since you are in for a treat.