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Best Beaches to Visit in Istanbul 2020

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In Istanbul, everyone looks for a way to cool because of rising temperatures and high humidity conditions in summer. There is a general prejudice that Istanbul is not a good place to go swimming. However, according to the sea water analysis carried out by the Ministry of Health, there are many suitable beaches in Istanbul to go swimming. It is possible to swim and enjoy the … [Read more...] about Best Beaches to Visit in Istanbul 2020

Rumeli Fortress Entrance Fee and Hours

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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

Byzantine Sites in Istanbul – Museums & Ruins

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Hello, I am Serhat Engul, a historian and tour guide based in Istanbul. In this article, I would like to share information about the Byzantine sites in Istanbul. You can find Byzantine churches, museums, walls and cisterns that you can see today in Istanbul. Towards the end of the article, I briefly mentioned the Byzantine palace ruins. The Names of Istanbul Throughout … [Read more...] about Byzantine Sites in Istanbul – Museums & Ruins

Panorama 1453 Museum Entrance Fee 2020

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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 2020

Galata Mevlevi House Museum Entry Fee

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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 Entry Fee

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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

Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum Entry Fee

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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

Places to Visit and Things to Do in Sultanahmet

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Things to Do in Sultanahmet Places to Visit and Things to Do in Sultanahmet, Istanbul The most popular walking tours in Istanbul consist Sultanahmet and the nearby historical sites. As Sultanahmet was the administrative center for the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, naturally the most important structures were built at Sultanahmet and around it. In addition to the … [Read more...] about Places to Visit and Things to Do in Sultanahmet

Best Places to Visit in Istanbul 2020

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Places to Visit and See in Istanbul Best Places to Visit in Istanbul - List of Things to See Istanbul has always been an important city since the day it was founded as an Ancient Greek City in 638 B.C. Following its declaration as the co-capital of the Roman Empire, the rise of the city grew quicker. Istanbul is named as the “The Capital of Empires” thanks to its feature as … [Read more...] about Best Places to Visit in Istanbul 2020