Topkapi Palace


Topkapi Palace
Topkapi Palace constructed by Fatih Sultan Mehmet, (the Conqueror of Istanbul) in 1478 has been the official residence of the Otoman Sultans and center of State Administration around 380 years until the construction of Dolmabahce Palace(in Besiktas) by Sultan Abdulmecid. The palace having around 700.000 m2 area

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Gulhane Park


Gulhane Park


Gulhane Park (Turkish: Gulhane Parki or Sarayburnu Parki) is a historical, urban park in Eminonu district of Istanbul. It is the oldest and one of the largest public parks in Istanbul. It is located between the Topkapi Palace

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Eminonu


Eminonu


Situateded in the section of Istanbul known as the historical peninsula, Eminonu is encircled with the Golden Horn from the North, the Sea of Marmara from the South, the Bosphorus

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The Tiled Pavillion


The Tiled Pavillion
The Tiled Pavillion
This is the striking two-storied, building opposite the Archeological Museum in Istanbul . It is actually the first pavilion of the

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Archaeological Museum


Archaeological Museum
Archaeological Museum
Istanbul Archaeological Museum dependent on the General Directorate of Monuments and Museums of the Ministry of Culture is on the Osman Hamdi Bey Ascent that opens to the Topkapi

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International Istanbul Music Festival


International Istanbul Music Festival


Istanbul's historical places meet the stars of classical music at the Festival...

International Istanbul Music Festival under the sponsorship of Borusan Holding, is preparing a special programme in its 36th year at the historical buildings of Istanbul. The most exclusive stars, awarded young solists, local and internation

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Love for the Ahl-al Bayt in the Ottoman Empire


Love for the Ahl-al Bayt in the Ottoman Empire
A frock said to have belonged to Mohammed's grandson and a prayer rug used by his daughter are now on display at a new exhibition in Istanbul's Topkapi Palace Museum. The palace's new exhibition, “Love for the Ahl-al Bayt in the Ottoman Empire,” opened its doors to visitors Monday. The exhibition is co-organized by the Topkapi Palace and the Tur

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ISTANBUL Short Break in 3 Days


Destinations: Istanbul and Princes island with Bosphorus

Departure: DAILY

DAY 1 : (Istanbul city tour)Breakfast, then we move on to visit some of the most important historical sights of Istanbul such as the Blue Mosque, St Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome, Obelisk and Topkapi Palace (Harem room optional extra). In the evening back to hotel & Overnight in istan

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