Topkapı Palace, Istanbul

Topkapi Palace was the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for 400 years. It is the palace complex’s oldest and largest (700,000 square meters.) Worldwide. Therefore, it is probably most important historical sites in Istanbul are open to visitors. It is one of the most visited museums in Europe and certainly the most visited in [...]

Sultan Mehmet the Ottoman Conqueror built the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul shortly after he conquered the city in the 15th century. The palace was expanded by successive sultans, and remained the sultan’s residence for the Ottoman Empire for over 400 years. It has opulent rooms, fine art collections, and peaceful courtyards, and is one of [...]