Beylerbeyi Palace in Istanbul

 

Beylerbeyi Palace in Istanbul

Beylerbeyi Palace is located in the Üsküdar district, on the banks of the Bosphorus Strait, on the Asian side of Istanbul,
it comprises 24 rooms, 6 halls, and a Turkish bath, and was built as an imperial summer residence for Ottoman rule

 

and to entertain heads of state visiting the Ottoman Empire,
for the purpose of receiving heads of state and dignitaries there, and it is currently considered one of the most important tourist attractions in Turkey.
The palace gardens are also full of various trees and enjoy magnificent views over the Bosphorus Strait,

shaded terraces, fountains and water pools well worth seeing.
The palace is distinguished by an architectural style that blends Eastern and Western styles,

 

combining them with Ottoman style.
Beylerbeyi Palace is one of the grandest and most beautiful Ottoman palaces overlooking the Bosphorus,

so it is well worth visiting and enjoying the splendour of its historic atmosphere.