The Sadberk Hanim Museum is the first private museum in Istanbul. It is located in the Buyukdere district and was initially opened in 1980 to display the personal collection of Sadberk Koc, the wife of Vehbi Koc. The museum is housed in two extraordinary 19th-century buildings. Later on, Hussein Kocabaş, one of the biggest collectors in Turkey, also donated his personal collection to the museum. The...
The Museum of Adam Mickiewicz is a cool place in Istanbul that used to be the home of a famous Polish poet named Adam Mickiewicz. He was one of the first romantic poets in Poland and is considered one of the greatest poets in Polish history. The museum is located in the Beyoglu district, which is part of the European side of Istanbul. Adam Mickiewicz's Life In September, Adam Mickiewicz came to...
Since the middle of the 15th century, the Grand Bazaar is the most famous bazaar in Istanbul and a shopping paradise par excellence. Hey there! Did you know that the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul has been around since the 15th century? It's a really famous place to go shopping and it's full of amazing things to see. People from all over the world visit this place every day! In this guide, I'll tell...
A Palace Named After the Linden Trees The Ihlamur Pavilion, also known as the Linden Palace, is a beloved summer palace that was once cherished by the Ottoman Empire. It gets its name from the linden trees that decorate its ornamental gardens. This smaller version of the Dolmabahçe Palace is located in the Ihlamur Valley, nestled between Beşiktaş, Yıldız, and Nişantaşı. A Historical Gem from...
The Suleymaniye Hamam is a part of the Suleymaniye Complex, located next to the famous Suleymaniye Mosque. In this complex, you can also find other buildings like a primary school, a hospital, several tombs, and a market. The architect of this complex was Sinan, who was a famous Ottoman architect. Because of its architecture and proximity to the Suleymaniye Mosque, the Suleymaniye Hamam is one of the most...
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