Dolmabahce Palace is a jewel located on the Bosphorus shores of Istanbul. The palace, which started operating in 1856, was the place where the sultans lived in the last years of the Ottoman Empire. Topkapi Palace in Sultanahmet hosted the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. However, as the shores of the Bosphorus gained importance in the 1800s, the Ottoman throne was also … [Read more...] about Dolmabahce Palace Entrance Fee and Hours
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Bosphorus Cruise Schedule, Price, Map
Best Bosphorus Cruise in Istanbul Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise Schedule, Price, Map Bosphorus Cruise Tour is considered as one of the most entertaining activities in Istanbul. Ottoman Sultans moved from the traditional Topkapı Palace to modern Dolmabahce Palace in 1856. Bosphorus has been the most popular settlement area in Istanbul since then. Bosphorus has a countless … [Read more...] about Bosphorus Cruise Schedule, Price, Map
Ortakoy Mosque Architecture and History
Ortakoy Mosque at the Bosphorus Istanbul Ortakoy Mosque Architecture and History Ortakoy Mosque is considered as the jewel of Bosphorus due to its location and architecture. Located in Ortakoy Neighborhood which is just next to the Bosphorus Bridge connecting Europe and Asia, this mosque provides great opportunities for those who enjoy taking travel pictures. The Mosque is … [Read more...] about Ortakoy Mosque Architecture and History
Things to Do in Bebek Neighborhood
Istanbul Bebek Neighborhood Things to Do in Bebek Neighborhood, Istanbul I have been advertising Istanbul’s historical sights in my blog. Bebek neighborhood hardly has any historical place except for Bebek Mosque and the stylish Egyptian Consulate building. On the other hand, Bebek has a spectacular view of Bosphorus. Besides locals love this small neighborhood for its … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Bebek Neighborhood
Things to Do in Ortakoy Neighborhood
Istanbul Ortakoy Neighborhood Things to Do in Ortakoy Neighborhood, Istanbul Most of the Bosphorus neighborhoods named as “Köy” which literally means “the village” in Turkish. The Bosphorus villages had only a few inhabitants up until the 19th Century. The Old City (Constantinople) and Galata (Pera) were the major residental areas throughout the Byzantine and Ottoman … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Ortakoy Neighborhood