Istanbul, Istanbul, Marmara, Turkey
Palace · Ottoman · 15th-19th Century
Topkapi Palace was the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for approximately 400 years (1465–1856) of their 624-year reign. As well as a royal residence, the palace was a setting for state occasions and royal entertainments. It is now a museum and contains important blessed relics of the Muslim world.
Construction: 1459 – Ongoing modifications
Founder: Sultan Mehmed II
Key figures: Suleiman the Magnificent
Significance: The main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years.
- 1459: Construction ordered by Mehmed II
- 1924: Transformed into a museum
Architectural styles: Ottoman
Materials: Stone, Wood, Tile
- Harem: The private quarters of the Sultan and his family.
- Imperial Council: Where state affairs were discussed.
- Blessed Relics: Houses blessed relics of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Opening hours: 09:00 - 18:00 (summer) · 09:00 - 16:45 (winter) – Closed Tuesdays.
- General + Harem: €45.00
Accessibility: Partial.
Official site: http://millisaraylar.gov.tr
Address: Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey
Coordinates: 41.0115, 28.9833