Palace of the Cannon Gate
The Topkapi Palace is one of the most popular sights in Istanbul, Turkey. Built in 1453 on top of a hill, it offers a overlooking views of the Bosphorus, Golden Horn and Sea of Marmara. This palace was inhabited by sultans until the 19th century. Today it’s a world-class museum displaying accumulated treasures of the sultans.
You can be a part of the extravagant lifestyle of the rulers of one of the world’s greatest empires. Now galleries exhibit the imperial collection of crystal, silver, Chinese porcelain and a priceless collection of miniatures from medieval manuscripts. The visitors can enter the gardens and courtyards, and take a guided tour of the harem, the treasury and rooms with weapons collection.
Open every day except Tuesday
