Dolmabahçe Palace, 4/1/2006

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Changing of the Guard737 viewsOne guard relieves another at the Sultan's Gate.

Ceremonial Hall Dome735 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.

Chandeliers734 viewsEvery room in the Palace seemed to have at least one incredibly elaborate and expensive Bohemian glass chandelier. Some had more than one. I'd hate to have to pay the electric bill.

Gate of the Sultan728 viewsApproaching the Saltanat Kapısı (Sultan's Gate) at Dolmabahçe Palace.

Trompe l'Oeil727 viewsA window apparently open to the outside, with a flowerpot sitting on the sill, is one of many such items in the palace.

Table with Chairs724 viewsAn ornate table in the harem, used for tea and tête-à-têtes. Note the sultan's monogram on the tabletop.

Art Nouveau Floral Lamps718 viewsAt the head of the Crystal Staircase.

Lion Making a Kill717 viewsNot sure what sort of creature the lion is preying upon - maybe a dragon?

Parquet Floor714 viewsDolmabace Palace was filled with intricate parquet floors, in places overlain with posh Turkish carpeting, as in this picture.

Gold Inlay709 viewsOver 420 pounds of gold were used in the construction of the Dolmabahçe Palace.

Doorknob707 viewsEven the smallest and most basic furnishings in this palace were exquisite and chosen with great care.

Fake Books706 viewsThe hollowed-out books provide places to hide your stash.

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