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The Conqueror's Pavilion229 viewsHouses the Imperial Treasury. Built around 1460, in the reign of Mehmed the Conqueror. Among other items, this building contains the Topkapi Dagger, the object of the heist depicted in the 1964 movie Topkapi, one of my favorite films.Oct 05, 2019
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The Gate of Felicity257 viewsEntrance to the Third Courtyard, where the private residence of the Sultan was located. Also known as the Gate of the White Eunuchs. Entry was permitted only by permission of the Sultan.Oct 05, 2019
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Doorway with Bells284 viewsEntrance to the Has Oda, the Privy Chamber.Oct 05, 2019
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Golden Gates262 viewsGilded gates and grilles admit visitors and light into the Imperial Council building.Oct 05, 2019
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Kitchens211 viewsIn these kitchens, a staff of 800 prepared meals for over 4000 people.Oct 05, 2019
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Dome of the Council Hall264 viewsThe Imperial Council building had three chambers, each crowned with a dome.Oct 05, 2019
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Council Chamber Interior Detail277 viewsIntricately patterned ceiling and wall decorations of the Council Chamber.Oct 05, 2019
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Chimneys261 viewsThe kitchens had 20 chimneys in two rows.Oct 05, 2019
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Ceiling Decor252 viewsConsummate artistry was expressed in every aspect of the palace structure, including the ceilings. The ugly hanging pipes are presumably a modern addition - a safeguard against the fires which devastated many parts of the palace in previous times.Oct 05, 2019
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First Courtyard190 viewsLooking back along its tree-lined main avenue toward the Imperial Gate.Oct 05, 2019
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Local Color236 viewsIn the 1970s and 80s the Istiklal side streets were notorious for their bars and bordellos, but then gentrification set in; we saw plenty of bars and pubs, but no evidence of any bordellos.Sep 28, 2019
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Erin go Bragh236 viewsBeyoğlu is truly an international district, with pubs, restaurants, cafes, churches, consulates, etc. from practically every country on earth.Sep 28, 2019
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