How would you like to take a pleasant journey to the past and discover the magnificent structures inherited from centuries ago to the present? The palaces that amaze with their architecture and decoration are among the most important riches of our country. Before we start touring the palaces, we would like to make a little reminder. If you have a Müzekart, you can visit all palaces under the Directorate of National Palaces Administration for free.
Magnificent Palaces You Must See
- Topkapı Palace
The palace hosted the Ottoman Empire for 400 years. Topkapı Palace is one of the most valuable treasures of our country. Sultans have resided in this palace for centuries. Topkapı Palace was also the administrative center of the empire. On the order of Fatih Sultan Mehmet, the construction of the palace started in 1460. Although the construction of the palace was completed in 1478, many buildings continued to be added over the years. The palace has an area of 300,000 square meters. Topkapı Palace is one of the largest palace museums in the world with its mansions, squares, courtyards, gardens and numerous rooms. You can visit Topkapı Palace free of charge with a museum card. Muzekart is not valid in Harem and Aya Irini.
Topkapı Palace Visiting Hours: 10.00-17.30 on weekdays, 10.30-17.30 on weekends. Closed on Tuesday.
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- Dolmabahçe Palace
This palace shines like a jewel on the Bosphorus. Dolmabahçe Palace was built by Sultan Abdülmecid in the 19th century, when the influence of Westernization and modernization was intense. Ottoman sultans resided in this palace for a short time. With the proclamation of the Republic, Dolmabahçe Palace started to be used as the Presidential residence. Dolmabahçe was used by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk between 1927 and 1938. In this respect, the palace has a special importance. The palace was converted into a museum in 1984. Dolmabahçe Palace has 285 rooms, 46 halls and 6 baths. The room where Atatürk lost his life is undoubtedly the most special part of the palace. You can visit Dolmabahçe Palace free of charge with a Müzekart, except for the Selamlık room.
Dolmabahçe Palace Visiting Hours: 10.00-17.30 on weekdays, 10.30-17.30 on weekends. Closed on Monday.
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Most Beautiful Palaces in Turkey
- Ishak Pasha Palace
Ishak Pasha Palace is another of the most impressive palaces in Turkey. The palace is located in Doğubeyazıt district of Ağrı. Its construction started in 1685 and the palace was completed in 99 years. The palace is the most important building built in Ağrı in the Ottoman Period. Ishak Pasha Palace amazes visitors with its magnificent architecture. It is also known as the palace where the first heating system was used in the world. There are 116 rooms in Ishak Pasha Palace. The palace carries traces of Ottoman, Persian and Seljuk architectures. Palace entrance fee is 10 TL, free with Müzekart.
Ishak Pasha Palace Visiting Hours: 08.00-19.30 in the summer season, 08.30-17.00 in the winter season.
- Beylerbeyi Palace
Beylerbeyi Palace is another of the most elegant palaces inherited from the 19th century. It was built by Sultan Abdülaziz by architect Sarkis Balyan. Beylerbeyi Palace was mostly used as a state guest house and summer residence. The palace is located between Kuzguncuk and Çengelköy. There are 23 rooms and 6 halls in Beylerbeyi Palace. Due to Sultan Abdulaziz’s passion for the sea, it is possible to see ship motifs frequently in the palace decoration. After visiting the inside of the palace, do not neglect to take a short walk in the gardens that admire with its landscape. The entrance fee to Beylerbeyi Palace is 50 TL, and you can visit the palace free of charge with a Müzekart.
Beylerbeyi Palace Visiting Hours: 10.00-17.30 on weekdays, 10.30-17.30 on weekends. Closed on Monday.
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