Istanbul Sightseeing

Istanbul Rumeli Fortress Rumeli Fortress Museum Entrance Fee and Opening Hours Constantinople became the co-capital of Roman Empire in 330. Walls that surround the city was built at that time. But strong walls known as Walls of Constantinople dates back to Emperor Theodosius II (408-450 A.D) When Theodosius II was a child, Anthemius, the highest-ranking officer of the … [Read more...] about Rumeli Fortress Entrance Fee and Hours

Istanbul Panorama 1453 Museum Panorama 1453 Museum Entrance Fee and Opening Hours After the Ottoman Empire was founded as a chiefdom in 1299, it began to seize the most important cities of the Byzantine Empire one by one. Bursa, known as “Prussa”, and Iznik, known as “Nicea”, are the first important cities taken from the Byzantine Empire. Ottoman Empire's First Capital: … [Read more...] about Panorama 1453 Museum Entrance Fee 2021

Whirling Dervish Shows in Istanbul Galata Mevlevi House Museum Entrance Fee and Opening Hours Naturally, Konya (Iconium) is the first place that comes to mind when you think about watching a whirling dervish show in Turkey. Konya is the homeland of Islamic mysticism that dates back to 13th century. However, you can watch the famous whirling dervish show in Istanbul too. … [Read more...] about Galata Mevlevi House Museum Entry Fee

Istanbul Archaeological Museum Istanbul Archaeological Museum Entrance Fee and Opening Hours Where is Istanbul Archaeological Museum? Istanbul Archaeological Museum is a group of buildings inside Topkapi Palace’s borders. When you enter Topkapi Palace via its first yard, you can reach the museum by going down the road on the left side. Archaeology Museum is next to Royal … [Read more...] about Istanbul Archaeological Museum Entry Fee

Istanbul Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Entry Fee and Opening Hours The building known as Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum used to be a palace from the Ottoman Empire era. It was built by Pargali Ibrahim Pasha, a prime minister (Grand Vizier) in the state, in the 16th century. Pargali Ibrahim Pasha is also known as "Damat Ibrahim Pasha" and … [Read more...] about Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Entry Fee