The Directorate of National Palaces is set to reveal an extraordinary treasure of horological art to the public for the very ...
The major Ottoman Empire-era landmark will be offering nighttime visits all summer for travelers looking to beat the heat and get a fresh perspective on the palace. Contributor. Forbes contributors ...
The imperial robe collection at Topkapı Palace Museum / Hülya Tezcan -- Textile patterns on royal Ottoman kaftans / Patricia L. Baker -- The technical skill of Ottoman craftsmen / Jennifer Wearden ...
Initially built by Sultan Mehmed II, architects involved in the design of the structure throughout the years are Alauddin, Davud Aga, Mimar Sinan, Sarkis Balyan, Gate of Felicity built by Sultan ...
Toplcapi. Closing time. The gates swing to, the guards take a cigarette break. In the gilded halls of Istanbul’s Topkapi Palace Museum no sound is heard. But in the flowery promenade—no doubt about it ...