Would you like to feel the magnificence of the Ottoman Empire on the shores of the Bosphorus? Located on the Beşiktaş waterfront, facing the deep blue sea, Dolmabahçe Palace offers not only stunning architecture but also a captivating historical atmosphere. With gilded ceilings, giant crystal chandeliers, and artworks imported from Europe, the palace takes visitors on a true journey through time. The Harem section reveals intimate details of the private lives of the Ottoman elite, offering insights into the era’s lifestyle in a serene and reflective atmosphere.

Historical Information
Built in 1856 by Sultan Abdülmecid, Dolmabahçe Palace is one of the strongest symbols of the Ottoman Empire’s Westernization period. Comprising 285 rooms, 46 halls, 6 baths, and 68 toilets, this enormous structure also holds a special place in the history of the Turkish Republic as the room where Atatürk passed away in 1938. Every detail in the palace reflects both the grandeur of the era and the Empire’s desire for integration with Europe.