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Topkapı Palace, one of Istanbul’s and the Ottoman Empire’s most important symbols. Construction was initiated after the city was conquered by Sultan Mehmed II, Sultans and their families lived in this colossal palace for about 400 years. Topkapı Palace sets itself apart with its architecture from its early European counterparts. This is a palace that does not consist of one big building, but rather a network of annexed buildings around a center, joined together with courtyards and gardens.

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If you ever wondered how the sultans lived… this is the place to feel it. Topkapi Palace isn’t just a museum — it’s a window into a world of power, secrets, and pure beauty. Walking through its courtyards, golden halls, and rooms with water views over the Bosphorus, it’s easy to imagine what life was like during the Ottoman Empire. Built in the 15th century, it was the home of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. And... The Harem. Despite all the myths, it wasn’t just about luxury or…

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