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Tucked away in the former kitchens of the grand Dolmabahçe Palace, the Palace Collections Museum offers a captivating journey through the opulent history of the late Ottoman Empire and the early Turkish Republic. This unique Palace Collections Museum is a treasure trove of around 5,000 objects

 The conservative district of Eyup is named after Ayub Ansari, a standard-bearer to the Prophet and a revered member of Islam’s early leadership. His tomb by the Eyüp Sultan Camii (Mosque of the Great Eyüp) makes this complex an extremely sacred place for Muslims, ranking fourth after the big

This slick museum (Rahmi M Koc Museum) was founded by the head of the Koç industrial group to exhibit artifacts from İstanbul’s industrial past. Its collection is highly eclectic, giving the impression of being a grab-bag of cool stuff collected over the decades or stuff that has been donated

Located in the heart of Istanbul, the Naval Museum, or Deniz Müzesi in Turkish, is a captivating institution that offers a deep dive into Turkey's rich maritime history. Situated on the shores of the Bosphorus in the Besiktas district, this museum is a treasure trove of nautical artifacts, naval

 For a rousing experience, present yourself at this splendid Harbiye Askeri Muzesi (Military Museum), 1 km north of Taksim. The Harbiye Askeri Muzesi (Military Museum) is spread over two very large floors. On the ground floor are displays of medieval weapons and armour, military uniforms, and

Istanbul Modern, a pioneering institution, has been at the forefront of Turkey's contemporary art scene since its establishment in 2004. Located in the vibrant Karaköy district, it offers a captivating blend of contemporary art, stunning architecture, and breathtaking views of the Bosphorus

When the area where Dolmabahçe Palace Museum is located was a small bay,it was filled and wooden kiosks were made by various sultans in the first half of the 17th century. These kiosks were demolished and rebuilt many times; Dolmabahçe became a private garden of the sultans for purpose of

Tekfur (Porphyrogenitus) Palace Museum is between Edirnekapi and Eğrikapi. Only the Palace of the Porphyrogenitus remains from Blachernae Palace which was used in the last times of Byzantine. It is assumed to be from the 13th century. Nestled within the historic walls of Constantinople, the Tekfur