Istanbul Archaeology Museums

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The Istanbul Archaeology Museums, located in the Eminönü district of Istanbul, Turkey, is a renowned complex of three museums: the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of the Ancient Orient, and the Museum of Islamic Art (also known as the Tiled Kiosk). Established in the late 19th century by the painter and archaeologist Osman Hamdi Bey, these museums house an extensive collection of artifacts from various civilizations that have shaped the region's history, including Greek, Roman, and Byzantine relics. Highlights include the Alexander Sarcophagus, the Treaty of Kadesh, and numerous ancient sculptures and inscriptions.

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