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Topkapı Palace

Resting on a peninsular hilltop in Istanbul with sweeping views of the Golden Horn, the Sea of Marmara and the Bosphorus strait, the grand Topkapı Sarayı was once the exalted seat of the Ottoman sultans. The palatial structure was built at the behest of Sultan Mehmet II in 1453, in the wake of the Conquest of Constantinople. From the 15th to the 19th Century, the palace was the cornerstone of the Ottoman Empire, until its gradual decline in the later years, when its power was relinquished to the newer Dolmabahce Palace on the Turkish waterfront. As is the case with any palatial residence, the Topkapi also underwent a slew of additions and renovations as various sultans reigned over the city over a 400-year-old span, but the core architectural form of the palace remained predominantly Middle Eastern. When the sun set on the Ottoman Empire in 1923, the palace was promptly converted into a museum by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The essence of this bygone empire still lingers in various corners of the palace's chambers, its treasury, and its imperial harems. Several items from the peak of the Ottoman Empire adorn the museum today, from illuminated manuscripts and age-old weaponry, to diamonds and intricate miniatures. The Topkapı Sarayı Museum is part of the Historic Areas of Istanbul.

Khedive Palace

Khedive Palace is a famous landmark in Istanbul, with its unusual main tower jutting above the tree line around Cubuklu. A beautifully preserved remnant of Ottoman hiştory and formerly the residence of the Egyptian Governor during Ottoman times, it is now open to the public, and offers a splendid restaurant for its visitors. It's a popular place for Sunday brunch. The residence is also a perfect place to host corporate meetings and cocktail parties. It's not the easiest place to find, but its stunning architecture and view are well worth the effort.

Maiden's Tower

A graceful medieval marvel, Maiden's Tower lies nestled in the middle of the glimmering blue waters of the Bosphorus. Having served as a toll booth, watchtower, lighthouse, quarantine site, and in today’s date, an upscale Turkish restaurant, the tower is enshrouded in many legends which speak of emperors, oracles and a Greek goddess. Since its construction by Alexius Comnenus in the year 1110, the tower has been an important landmark and a continuous source of myth in Istanbul. Several private ferries shuttle guests to and from the island throughout the day from multiple points along the Bosphorus. Fringed by a tapestry of distant, verdant hills and Turkish minarets, this historic tower is entrenched in legendary Ottoman and Athenian roots. A mellow, effervescent wonder come night, the tower affords outstanding views of the Bosphorus, and across the charming old city.

Rahmi M. Koç Museum

Rahmi M. Koç Museum is a great place to learn about the history of communications, transport, and industry. It's located on the shores of the Golden Horn and showcases research and engineering objects used throughout history. Items on display here are from around the world, and visitors will learn interesting tidbits about this rich subject. The museum has a tearoom, shop, pub, and restaurant on site.

Esma Sultan Mansion

The Esma Sultan Mansion is an ideal location for weddings, events, shows, private parties or even for business meetings. Dating back to 1873, this hall exudes a charming history. This place was gifted to Esma Sultan as her wedding gift and was her home for several years. Later on, after depletion and change in ownership and management, the mansion was finally taken over by Marmara group and is now considered a prime and chic location for events and functions. The sheer grandeur and the beauty of this place merits a visit for the tourists who are looking to explore the history of the place.

Sakip Sabanci Museum

Founded by Sakip Sabanci and managed by the Sakip Sabanci University , this private museum houses an extensive collection of Ottoman paintings, important documents and calligraphic works. It hosts various lectures, workshops and exhibitions from time to time and gained immense popularity with its display of Auguste Rodin and Pablo Picasso's works. The in-house restaurant , Müzedechanga , is popular for dishing out mouthwatering international delicacies. Open on all days except Mondays.

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