Gulhane Garden, which was used as the outer garden of Topkapi Palace during the Ottoman Empire, had an orchard and rose gardens. The great importance of Gulhane Park in terms of history; It is the place where the Tanzimat decree, which is the first concrete step of democratization in Turkish history, is read. Foreign Minister Mustafa Reshet Pasha read the Ta...
During the Ottoman period, the third Sultan, Murad (1574-1595) converted the church into a mosque and named it Fethiye. The building underwent major repairs between 1845 and 1846. The facades of the building reflect the characteristics of late Byzantine architecture. The dome and walls of the Berkeleyson are decorated with mosaics from the 14th century.
The Suleymaniye Mosque, one of the most important examples of classical Ottoman architecture, was built in Istanbul by Mimar Sinan, at the request of Suleiman the Magnificent, between 1551 and 1557. It is described that the mosque, which has not experienced the slightest crack in its walls despite the occurrence of more than a hundred earthquakes In Istanbul...
Caragan Palace, one of the most important symbols of the period of flowers and love of music, known as the era of tulips, was known as Kazancioglu Gardens in the 17th century, along with the sea-view mansions and gardens that adorned the beaches of Besiktas in the 18th century. Restoration began in 1987 to be used as a hotel, and after a long period of desig...
Hagia Irene Church, the great Emperor Constantine ordered the construction of the Hagia Irene church in 330 where there was a pagan temple before. The church took its name from a saint who sought to spread Christianity. The church was originally built of wood and was badly damaged by fires and earthquakes. The church was renovated each time, and it was used ...
Basilica Cistern, is one of the most impressive buildings in Istanbul. The reservoir was built between 527-565 by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. The basilica cistern is 140 meters long and 70 meters wide. It is a giant building that covers a rectangular area. Its total area is 9800 square meters; The water storage capacity is about 100 thousand tons. The...
Overlooking the Golden Horn Pierre Loti, one of the most famous hills of Istanbul with its unique view of the Golden Horn. This wonderful hill has been the scene of many series and movies with its popularity. Inside the hill is a historic coffee, restaurant, café, open garden with a capacity of 1400 people overlooking the Golden Horn.
The Basket Makers Pavilion was built in the 16th, 3rd century. It was used as one of the coastal palaces of Topkapi Palace. Red marble and tiles brought from different regions, especially Iznik, were used. The palace is currently used as the headquarters of the Green Crescent. According to the inscription on the pavilion, it was rebuilt in 1643, and its rest...
The bath was built by Gedik Ahmed Pasha. It is an architectural project implemented by engineer Khairatin in 1475 AD. You can visit this place to experience the 500-year-old hammam culture from the Ottoman Empire to the present day.
Madame Tussauds has a 250-year history as the worlds most famous brand of wax sculpture museum. The museum, which was first opened in London, has managed to spread to different parts of the world over time. Madame Tussauds Istanbul was opened to visitors in 2016 as the 21st branch of the museum. Madame Tussauds Istanbul Museum, which consists of 5 different ...
The bazaar has been around since the 15th century, in the Fatih district of Istanbul, behind Istanbul University. The gathering of journalists in the area in 1460 is still in effect today. It is possible to find many sources such as old print novels, stories, books of fairy tales, poetry books, anthologies, and encyclopedias. Unfortunately, most of the valua...
The place where the pavilions were located, was known as the vineyards of Haji Hussein Agha because it belonged to Haji Hussein Agha in the eighteenth century. This is the third sultan. Ahmed arranged it as Hisbah. In the middle of the 19th century, Sultan Abdülmecid wanted to build pavilions here and construction began. It consists of two buildings, the Con...
The Museum of Innocence. This 19th-century house displays everyday items from the novel of the same name by novelist Orkhan Pamuk. It is the first museum created based on the fictional universe of the novel. He was awarded the European Museum of the Year award on May 17, 2014. The road to the museum is strewn with history, beauty, color and simplicity. Suita...
Sultanahmet Square is one of the most distinguished, historical and most visited squares in Istanbul. In the square there are many historical artifacts dating back to the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman periods. This place is known as the Hippodrome in the Byzantine period and it is mentioned that horse races and spear battles were held in the square.
Ortakoy Square, equipped with original examples of Ottoman civil architecture in the 19th century, is an open-air museum. Many historical buildings such as Ortakoy Mosque, one of the emblematic buildings of Istanbul, fountains and Ayios Fokas Church are located in and around the square. In the square there are street vendors, cafes and restaurants where you ...
Harka Sharif Mosque, Sultan Abdul Majeed built the mosque between 1847-1851. The sacred relics in the mosque make it a more spiritual place and allow it to be visited by many visitors.
Sultans Palace, one of the most elegant Bosphorus palaces, the construction of Dolmabahce Palace began in 1843, and it was completed in 1856 after 13 years. The construction period of the palace coincides with the period of Sultan Abdul Majid (1839 - 1861), one of the Ottoman rulers. The palace is located on an area of 110 thousand square meters, and it fa...
This prominent mosque dates back to the 17th century and is distinguished by its famous domes and stunning interior design. The new mosque, which occupies a great place in our architectural history with its splendid style, is known to everyone today with its very original plan and splendid decoration, the pavilion and mausoleum, the fountain, one of the most...
Yildiz Historical Park is located in the Besiktas district in the heart of Istanbul. A wonderful park where natural beauty meets history and culture! Therefore, it is perfect for a nature tour and cultural tour! Named after the third in the early nineteenth century. It consists of a beautiful garden complex with a large garden of flowers, plants and trees co...
Galata Tower, one of the emblematic buildings of Istanbul, built in 528, the height of the tower is 62 meters, which can view the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn from a 360-degree panoramic angle, and has been included in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage since 2013. The tower, which was built It was restored and repaired in almost every century, bet...
The mosque draws attention with its view of the Bosphorus. Baroque and Rococo elements stand out in the design of the mosque. The construction of the mosque dates back to 1856. The construction of the mosque began by order of Sultan Abdul Majid. The mosque was able to maintain its present form through strengthening and restoration works in different periods....
The bloody church, known as the Church of St. Mary of the Mughals, is the only church among the domed churches that was not converted into a mosque after the conquest of Istanbul. The church was first established as a monastery on the fifth hill in Istanbul in the early 7th century by Princess Supatra, daughter of the Byzantine Emperor Mauritius, and her fri...
The Bath of the Sanctuary of Sultan Hagia Sophia, dating from 1556 and attracting foreign tourists in particular; It is located between the Hagia Sophia Museum and the Blue Mosque. The hammam was built by Mimar Sinan for the consort of Sultan, wife of Suleiman I, and thus was also named after the Sultan. It is a classic Ottoman hammam, which was used as a st...
Yunus Emre Mosque, built in the fourteenth century, there is a stone dome in the center of the mosque and surrounded by five small domes, it was built in the form of a rectangle. The mosque was restored in 1994, the mosques garden turned into a fun place to visit where Yunus Emre verses are located and it is called Yunus Emre Poetry Park.
