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Explore one of Turkey's largest palaces boasting 285 rooms and its history
Visit one of Istanbul's grand European-style palaces on the Bosphorus strait. Built by the Balyan family from 1843-1856, this large palace with 285 rooms was a key site during the Ottoman Empire and later served as the home of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk until his death in 1938. Now a museum, it attracts thousands of visitors each year. Join the tour to explore this historic site and its impressive past with a knowledgeable guide.