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Ottoman Heritage in Istanbul: Palaces, Mosques, and Caravanserais

By Elif YılmazLast updated: Culture

A cultural journey tracing Ottoman heritage from Topkapı Palace to Süleymaniye Mosque.

Istanbul served as the capital of the Ottoman Empire for 600 years and inherited countless architectural masterpieces.

Topkapı Palace is the palace complex where Ottoman sultans lived and governed the empire for approximately 400 years.

Süleymaniye Mosque, the masterwork of architect Mimar Sinan, represents the pinnacle of Ottoman architecture.

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