Hürrem Sultan Bathhouse
Even before stepping inside of the building you can hear laughter coming from behind the doors. The building itself amazes you, but what lies inside is even more awe-inspiring. The first things that catch your eyes inside the big hallway when you enter are the juxtaposition of the colors women wear and the white marble interior. The fabrics seem to flow in the air with every movement they make. They are free to let down their hair, clothes, and talk however they want. This is their private sanctuary. You can see groups of women sitting together, talking whilst drinking some tea and smoking hookah. A songstress on the top floor is playing an oud while some sing right next to her. There is a strong musk scent filling up your nose. There is a small room on the side where you can remove your clothes and put on a loincloth. The other colorful door opens up to the hamam. There are half-naked women everywhere pouring water on each other, laughing, and bathing. Similar conversations continue here as well. One woman is massaging another in the middle.
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