How to visit the tomb of Ertuğrul in Turkey and the other 'fathers' of the Ottoman Empire, including a map - and how accurate is the tv show?
Monochrome minarets, Istanbul | Turkey (by Tony Gill)
The harem of the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul holds tales of mad sultans and their many concubines.
Byzantine Empire Map over time and at its height. The Rise and Fall of Byzantium (Eastern Rome) and Constantinople.
The Topkapı Palace was the official and primary residence in the city of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years (1465-1856) of their 624-year reign. The palace was a setting for state occasions and royal entertainments, containing the most holy relics of the Muslim world such as the Prophet Muhammed's cloak and sword. Topkapı Palace became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. (from wikipedia)
First-time visitors to Turkey often put a Turkish bath on their bucket list, but it is essential to know that this is no tourist gimmick. It is a time-honoured tradition that stems back centuries.
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This is a gorgeous example of a beautiful embroidered gold gilt wedding shalwar and jacket set. early 20th Century from the Turkish Ottoman Empire. Beautiful deep red velvet embroidered with gold gilt. The precision workmanship of the hand embroidered gold gilt metallic thread is exquisite traditional Ottoman Empire craftsmanship. This unique and rare garment is in great state considering its age. There are some stains that did not go away with dry cleaning, but it is clean and has no smell, tears or mold There is no breakage, some of the embroidery has been repaired. The condition and workmanship of the hand embroidered gold gilt metallic thread is truly exquisite. Measurements: Pants: 34 1/2'' (88 cm) length waste has an elastic band, from small stretches uptil 40'' (102 cm) Jacket: Bust 38'' (96 cm) Waist 35'' (89 cm) Length 17 1/4'' (44 cm) Arms 17 1/2'' (44.5 cm) we recommend it to be displayed and not to be worn due to its age. Beautiful colors and design which are conveyed by the photographs. These deep red colored sets were and still are worn in some regions of Turkey during Henna night, the night before the wedding. >>>>>Two shipping options: >>>>>Registered mail by ground can take 15 uptil 40 days, is cheaper and safe but slow. >>>>>TNT which takes 5-7 days to arrive. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PHONE NUMBER DURING CHECKOUT if you want this option. TNT is fast and is trackable online. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>Please note that we often use recycled packaging materials, especially for larger pieces. They are safe and strong and are eco friendly which is good for our environmental consciousness but are often not very pretty. If you are buying an item as a gift please leave a note during checkout and we will make sure that the packaging is ready for gift giving.
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Topkapı Palace was the centre of the Ottoman empire. A place of politics & intrigue. Read our guide to the Istanbul museum before visiting.
At these waterfront restaurants, the views are just as sublime as the cuisine.
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The gilded İftar Pavilion, also known as İftar Kiosk or İftar bower (İftariye Köşkü or İftariye Kameriyesi) offers a view on the Golden Horn is a magnet for tourists today for photo opportunities. Its ridged cradle vault with the gilded roof was a first in Ottoman architecture with echoes of China and India. The sultan is reported to have had the custom to break his fast under this bower during the fasting month of ramadan after sunset.
Topkapı Sarayı - Topkapi Palace, İstanbul,Turkey
The ornate miniature mansions were built for Istanbul's feathered residents.
Topkapı Palace was the centre of the Ottoman empire. A place of politics & intrigue. Read our guide to the Istanbul museum before visiting.
I'm sure you've seen those pictures everywhere with amazingly bright and colorful tiles and beautiful architecture? Well, they were taken here at Topkapi Palace. It truly is an incredible place and one of Istanbul's many gems. In case you aren't already convinced here are 10 reasons you should visit this amazing place! 1. Visit the
Los baños de Suleimán fueron construidos en el año 1557 por el famoso arquitecto Sinan bajo petición expresa del sultán Suleimán, el cual sería uno de sus principales usuarios
The Topkapi Palace was the headquarters of the Ottomans. The Sultans ruled the empire from this complex. Find out more about this fantastic palace.
