Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
Treasures of Ottoman culture
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Overview
The Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts was founded in 1914 and is one of the oldest museums in the country. The museum is housed in the former palace of Ibrahim Pasha, a 16th-century Ottoman statesman, and features a collection of over 40,000 objects that reflect the rich history and culture of Turkey and the Islamic world. The museum's collection includes ceramics, manuscripts, textiles, and other artifacts from the Ottoman, Seljuk, and Islamic periods. It is a popular destination for history and culture enthusiasts.
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Bjørn Mikelsen
a month ago
Very nice experience. Through visual effects and video content, we are transported through time. Along with the audio content, they received information about how the Hagia Sophia was created, how... Show more
Ibrahim Hussein
a month ago
The visit to the Islamic museum was a very enriching cultural experiense. It gives a reflection in the history of the art and craftship in the Islamic civilization. The most... Show more
Bamboo
4 months ago
Museum pass took me here. I stayed longer than expected, truly an underrated museum. Golden horn chain displays here. Might not worth the steep price, but with museum pass it... Show more
