
Garden Fountain287 viewsThe elaborate and beautiful fountain in front of the entrance to the Selamlık (public section) of the Dolmabahçe palace.Oct 21, 2019
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Gate of the Sultan231 viewsApproaching the Saltanat Kapısı (Sultan's Gate) at Dolmabahçe Palace.Oct 21, 2019
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Palace Guard298 viewsThe guard in front of the Sultan's Gate stands in his spotless dress uniform, perfectly rigid, unmoving, unblinking. Reminded me of the KGB guards at Lenin's Tomb in Moscow.Oct 21, 2019
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Jerry and Sandie209 viewsIn the garden of the Dolmabahçe Palace.Oct 21, 2019
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Lioness with Cubs228 viewsMischievous little devils.Oct 21, 2019
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Lioness Suckling Cubs250 viewsLions are always a favorite symbol of royalty, and the Ottomans were no exception.Oct 21, 2019
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Lion Making a Kill259 viewsNot sure what sort of creature the lion is preying upon - maybe a dragon?Oct 21, 2019
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Ceremonial Hall Chandelier248 viewsThis is supposedly the world's largest Bohemian crystal chandelier, with 750 lamps and a weight of four and a half tons. It isn't lit up because only a Sultan could afford the electric bill.Oct 21, 2019
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Ceremonial Hall (Muayede Salonu)253 viewsDavid and Kathy Lindquist contemplate the 22,000 square foot hall with its high dome and famous chandelier. This space is the culmination of the Selamlik and separates it from the harem.Oct 21, 2019
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Ceremonial Hall Dome259 viewsThe domed ceiling of the Ceremonial Hall. The dome is 118 feet high. Note the thin, frail-looking cable from which the 4.5 ton chandelier is suspended. I wouldn't want to be under the chandelier in an earthquake.Oct 21, 2019
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Multifunction Gizmo234 viewsCandelabra, clock, bowl and dispensers for condiments or cosmetics - not sure which - but certainly a versatile product of the silversmith's art.Oct 21, 2019
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Fake Books233 viewsThe hollowed-out books provide places to hide your stash.Oct 21, 2019
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