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1453 Panorama Museum is Türkiye’s first and only full panorama museum, presenting the Ottoman conquest of Istanbul through an artistic and historical reconstruction. Designed to convey the symbolic significance of Istanbul’s conquest to both local and international visitors, it is a cultural institution aimed at strengthening historical memory. The building housing the exhibit recreates a precise visual slice of the morning of May 29, 1453, in both architectural form and content. 1453 Panorama M

Karaköy Underground Mosque is a historic mosque located in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, adjacent to the Karaköy steamship pier close at place site. Notably distinguished by its architecture and history, this mosque is unique among Istanbul’s mosques as it was constructed underground. The Underground Mosque is one of the religious structures of both Istanbul and the Ottoman Empire, standing out both as a place of worship and for its historical and cultural significance. Underground Mosque (S

Hagia Sophia Mosque of İznik is a multi-layered historical structure located in the district of İznik in Bursa Province, Turkey, embodying architectural features from both the Byzantine and Ottoman periods. Situated in the center of the ancient city of Nicaea, the building holds symbolic importance in religious, political, and cultural contexts. It is notable for being the site of the Seventh Ecumenical Council in Christian history, as well as for being among the earliest Christian structures co

The Church of Çavuşin is located at the entrance to the village of Çavuşin, which belongs to the Avanos district of Nevşehir, approximately 2.5 kilometers from Göreme along the Göreme-Avanos road. The church, carved directly into the natural rock, is constructed in two levels within the rock formation. The lower level contains monk cells, while the upper level houses the worship space. The original natural staircase leading to the upper level has collapsed, and access is now provided by a later-

Dağ Pazarı Kilisesi is located within the ancient city of Corapissus, in the Mut district of Mersin Province, in the Mediterranean Region. This ancient settlement lies along the historical route extending from Karaman to Silifke, granting it significant historical and strategic importance. The church, dated to the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) period, was constructed in 476 AD in honor of Emperor Zeno’s second accession to the throne. Dağ Pazarı Kilisesi (Türkiye Culture Portal) " image-element-form

Hadrianaupolis Ancient City is a significant settlement site located within the boundaries of Eskipazar district in Karabük province, dating to the Late Hellenistic, Roman, and Early Byzantine periods. Named after the Roman Emperor Hadrian (r. 117–138 CE), this ancient city is situated in the interior of the Black Sea region and is notable for its religious significance during the Byzantine era, rich mosaics, and architectural remains. It is regarded as one of the most comprehensive archaeologic

Eğirdir Castle is a historical structure located on a peninsula extending into Eğirdir Lake, within the Eğirdir district of Isparta Province in Türkiye’s Mediterranean Region. This defensive complex consists of an inner and outer citadel, constructed, repaired, and utilized by various political authorities across different periods. While the extant ruins are predominantly from the Byzantine era, the castle bears significant traces of transformations during the Seljuk, Hamidoğulları, and Ottoman

Gemile Island is located south of the Fethiye district, which belongs to Muğla Province, approximately 9 kilometers from Fethiye. It lies within the Ölüdeniz Basin, directly opposite Soğuksu Bay. The island’s former name was Aya Nicola, and during the Middle Ages it was also known as the Island of Saint Nicholas. The island is one kilometer long and 400 meters wide. Its southern slope is steep, while its northern slope has a gentle incline. Gemile Island lies directly opposite the bay and beach

Karacahisar Castle is located on a hill southwest of the Porsuk River within the boundaries of the Odunpazarı district of Eskişehir Province, Türkiye. Due to its strategic position, it has served as an important defensive and settlement site throughout history. The castle is situated on a rocky terrain approximately 60 meters high, commanding views over the surrounding plains. History The castle was used for military purposes during the Byzantine period, although its name does not appear explici

The Underground Palace is one of Istanbul’s oldest structures. Located in the Historic Peninsula, right next to Hagia Sophia, in the Sultanahmet district, it appears from the outside as an ordinary building—but upon entering, you step into an entirely different world! This structure lies beneath the ground, which is why it is called “Yerebatan.” The History of the Yerebatan Sarnıcı The Yerebatan Sarnıcı was constructed in the 6th century by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. At that time, it ser