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The 19th-century imperial palace where the Ottoman Empire was run from for decades, right on the Bosphorus. It's a massive, ornate building that shows the empire's shift toward European styles.
Contemporary art museum in the historic Perili Köşk (Haunted Mansion) with a Bosphorus view. Free admission; weekend reservations often needed.
This is the former home of poet Tevfik Fikret, built in 1906. It became a museum in 1945 and offers a quiet look into his life and work.
A 19th-century imperial summer pavilion built for Sultan Abdülmecid I, designed by the Armenian architect Nigoğayos Balyan. It's a quiet escape with ornate rooms and a large garden.
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Zero in on the right base with this practical, on-the-ground guide to Sultanahmet, Beyoğlu, Karaköy, Kadıköy and Beşiktaş. No hotel lists, just honest neighborhood vibes and smart tips for mobile travelers.
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