Topkapı Palace

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Topkapı Palace in Istanbul, Turkey, is a historic and architectural marvel that served as the primary residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Constructed in the 15th century by Sultan Mehmed II, also known as Mehmed the Conqueror, the palace is an expansive complex that includes courtyards, gardens, and numerous buildings such as the Harem, the Imperial Treasury, and the Sacred Relics Room. It sits strategically overlooking the Bosphorus Strait, offering stunning views and serving as a symbol of the Ottoman Empire's grandeur and power.

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