Topkapi Palace: Walking Through the Heart of the Ottoman Empire
Few places capture the spirit of Istanbul like Topkapi Palace. Perched on a hill overlooking the Bosphorus, Golden Horn, and Sea of Marmara, this sprawling complex was once the center of Ottoman power. For nearly 400 years, it housed sultans, queens, and courtiers, serving as both a royal residence and the empire’s administrative hub. Today, … Read more