Topkapi Palace, 3/31/2006

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Chimneys683 viewsThe kitchens had 20 chimneys in two rows.

Stone Balustrade681 viewsOf course no ordinary guardrail would suffice for the terrace of a sultan's harem. I found the 8-pointed star design especially appealing.

Garden Fountain681 viewsOne of the cutest of the many beautiful fountains found in the gardens of the Topkapi Palace.

The Executioner's Fountain679 viewsThis may be the fountain where, as legend has it, the Sultan's executioner washed off his sword after lopping off a victim's head.

View from the Harem Terrace678 viewsOne example of the superb views of Istanbul to be had from the Topkapi Palace Harem, the Suleymaniye Mosque dominates the skyline to the west.

Council Chamber Door677 viewsThe latticed grilles satisfied a law requiring that Council sessions be open to the public.

Sundial676 viewsDates from the reign of Mehmed the Conqueror, who died in 1481.

A Sultan's Comforts674 viewsA canopied bed by the fireplace. I found the conical fireplaces a little bizarre, but I'm sure they kept the Sultan and his concubines warm.

Pavilion Windows673 viewsGilded grates of one of the gorgeously decorated pavilions in the harem.

Imperial Gate (Bab-i-Humayun)672 viewsMain entrance to Topkapi Palace., leading to the First Courtyard. Guarded by Al Treder, at left.

Harem Courtyard667 viewsThe Topkapi harem is something of a maze, consisting of a series of structures , built around courtyards and connected by hallways and walkways.

Council Hall Interior Detail664 viewsThe Imperial Council building consists of three main rooms, each with its own dome. The chamber where the Coiuncil held its deliberations was called the Kubbealti.

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