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The Maslak Palaces, located in the Maslak neighborhood of the Sarıyer district in the northern region of Istanbul, are a historical complex representing one of the late Ottoman palace architectural examples. Situated within a forested area of approximately 170,000 square meters, the Maslak Palaces consist of the Kasr-ı Hümâyûn, Mâbeyn-i Hümâyûn, Seyir Köşkü, Limonluk, a bathhouse, the Ağalar Dairesi, a kitchen, and a greenhouse. They served as a residence during both the princehood and sultanate

İstanbul’s northern region, in the Maslak neighborhood of the Sarıyer district, lies the historical complex known as Maslak Kasırları, one of the late Ottoman palace architecture examples. Located within a forested area of approximately 170,000 square meters, Maslak Kasırları consists of the Kasr-ı Hümâyûn, Mâbeyn-i Hümâyûn, Seyir Köşkü, Limonluk, a hamam, the ağalar dairesi, a mutfak and a sera. It served as a residence for Sultan II. Abdülhamid during both his time as a prince and as sultan. H

Kef Kalesi is a historical fortress located near the district of Adilcevaz in Bitlis province, on the southern slopes of Mount Süphan, commanding a strategic position over the Van Lake basin. Situated at an elevation of 2300 meters above sea level, the fortress occupies a dominant location overlooking Van Lake and controls the critical route between Erciş and Bitlis. Due to its natural topography, the eastern, western and southern sides consist of steep and sheer cliffs, making access from these