Dolmabache Palace-19th c.-Sultans moved here from Topkapi

We spent the day at the Dolmabache Palace - built by the Sultans in the mid-19th century emulating European palaces, with lots of crystal chandeliers, gorgeous Turkish rugs in a more European style, etc. Right on the Bosporus, it gets cool breezes all day, and allows easy access by water.



crystal staircase (Baccaharat)

skylight and chandelier above the crystal staircase

Baccharat crystal spindles on the double staircase

Library

Sultan's bath

diplomatic reception room

china treasures

table covered in tiles

tile stove



caterers preparing for a wedding in the evening-thought of Tina & David Dennison