Topkapi Palace was the residence of the sultans of the Ottoman Empire between 1470 and 1850. Located on a hill overlooking the Bosphorus in Istanbul, the Palace is one of the best viewing points in the city.…

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Hagia Sophia was built in 537 and after serving as a church for 900 years, it was converted into a mosque in 1453. Although the building serves as an active mosque today, its upper floor can be…

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Basilica Cistern was built by the famous Byzantine emperor Justinian in the 6th century. The Cistern is a masterpiece of Eastern Roman architecture and is today one of the most important Byzantine buildings in Istanbul. The Cistern…

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Galata Tower was built for military purposes by the allied Genoese colony located in Constantinople in the 14th century, when the Byzantine Empire still ruled the city. During the Ottoman period, the tower became a watchtower used…

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Dolmabahce Palace hosted the last sultans of the Ottoman Empire between 1856 and 1923. Located in one of the most beautiful places of the Bosphorus, the palace stands out with its magnificent view. The first palace of…

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The Blue Mosque was built in the 17th century, when the Ottoman Empire was at the peak of its power. The mosque is a wonderful example of classical architecture and takes its name from the blue tiles…

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There are many museum card options for fast entry to museums in Istanbul. In this article, you can find a comparison of the features of Istanbul museum pass cards in 2024. In the following headings, I have…

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Hello, I am Serhat Engul. As a local guide living in Istanbul, I organize a walking tour focusing on Byzantine history. On this tour, it is possible to trace the events that took place in the city…

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