Dolmabahce Palace
This lavish palace with 285 rooms and 43 halls was the admin centre for the Ottoman Empire in its last 60 years. The palace government block (Selamlık) includes the Imperial Mabeyn (State Apartments) and Muayede Hall (Ceremonial Hall), while the Imperial Harem was the sultan's private quarters. Also here are the Painting Gallery, Music Museum, Clock Museum and Museum of Palace Collections. Free audio guide in several languages available by the ticket office. No photography inside, no backpacks but you can leave them in the cloakroom. Allow 3 hours to see everything.
Why it is worth a visit
A lavish former administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, offering extensive historical insights through various museums and ceremonial halls.
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Why visit
A lavish former administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, offering extensive historical insights through various museums and ceremonial halls.
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