istanbul museums Archives - Istanbul Holiday Planner Your Istanbul Holiday Starts Here Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:12:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/cropped-planner-3-32x32.png istanbul museums Archives - Istanbul Holiday Planner 32 32 200253704 Hagia Irene Museum https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/hagia-irene-museum/ https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/hagia-irene-museum/#respond Tue, 07 Dec 2021 07:45:45 +0000 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/?p=10276 The Second Largest Church After Hagia Sophia The Hagia Irene located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace is the oldest church of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine). It was also the second largest church in Istanbul after Hagia Sophia. Hagia Irene, originally means “sacred peace” (Hagia Eirene), has a special meaning as the first […]

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The Second Largest Church After Hagia Sophia
The Hagia Irene located in the outer courtyard of Topkapı Palace is the oldest church of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine). It was also the second largest church in Istanbul after Hagia Sophia. Hagia Irene, originally means “sacred peace” (Hagia Eirene), has a special meaning as the first place where Turkish museology was born.

Hagia Irene, a typical Byzantine structure with its materials and architecture, was built on the site of an old temple in 330. During the reign of Emperor Justinianus, the Nika Revolt in 532 led to the devastation of both Hagia Sophia and the Hagia Irene, and two of them were rebuilt together.

After the fall of Constantinople since the church was not converted into a mosque it was used as loot and gun depot (Harbiye Warehouse) for a long time. In 1846, the first collection of artifacts of Turkish museology was exhibited and in 1869 it became the country’s first official museum under the name of Müze-i Hümayun (Imperial Museum). The weapons collection was reorganized and it served as the first Military Museum between 1908 and 1930.

Three Nave Basilica
Hagia Irene, the only church whose atrium still remain intact, consists of atrium, narthex, three-nave naos and abscissa. Hagia Irene, built as a three-nave basilica during the reign of Constantine the Great (306-337), was rebuilt by Leo III (717-741) and his son Constantine Kopronimus (741-775) after the great damage caused by the earthquake in 740. Its upper structure was completely re-examined and restored with few changes and it had the plan and appearance of a domed basilica today. The decoration of the building which was thought to have had rich figurative adornments during the reign of Justinian (527-565) was completely changed during the reign of Leo III and Constantine Kopronimus. The cross mosaic of the apse semi dome is also from this period.

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Miniatürk Museum https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/miniaturk-museum/ https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/miniaturk-museum/#respond Tue, 07 Dec 2021 07:42:55 +0000 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/?p=10274 Miniatürk, bringing together the rich architectural heritage of the civilizations that had ruled and left their marks on this ancient land from ancient ages to Rome, Byzantine, Seljuk Empire and Ottoman Empire, was completed by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture Inc. on May 2nd, 2003 and opened by our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Miniaturk has become […]

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Miniatürk, bringing together the rich architectural heritage of the civilizations that had ruled and left their marks on this ancient land from ancient ages to Rome, Byzantine, Seljuk Empire and Ottoman Empire, was completed by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture Inc. on May 2nd, 2003 and opened by our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

Miniaturk has become a showcase of Turkey with the Slogan of ‘A small Model of a Big Country’.

135 models in total, 62 from Istanbul, 60 from Anatolia and 13 from Ottoman territory outside of Turkey, that were selected among thousands of architectural works based on their reput. All models are 1/25 of the real size.

Miniaturk is not limited to Turkey and Turkish culture. It carries the life experiences of the nearby geography, including the values that give Anatolia its character. Reaching to the Golden Horn three thousand years ago, the traces left by the civilizations ruled by peace, tolerance and justice are brought together in this park.

On one side, the caravanserais, social complexes, madrasas, bridges, stations, piers, castles, city walls, tombs, mosques, churches, synagogues, palaces, mansions, obelisks, monuments and sculptures, on the other side, unique natural formations from fairy chimnies to Pamukkale were selected by the meticulous work of an expert team.

Also, two of the seven wonders of the ancient ages, Artemis Temple and Halicarnassus Mausoleum, which were built in Anatolia and do not exist are displayed.

In Miniaturk, everything is so original that you feel as if you are traveling all over the country from east to west, from north to south. Of course, it is not the same as seeing the actual works but besides willingness to see the actual ones, it feels quite privileged to able to enjoy these works presented in such an aspect.

In Miniaturk, you can find Audio Guide Mobile Application service. The Miniaturk Mobile application is available on the Apple Store and Google Play. The Miniatürk Mobile Application where you can also see the actual location information of models in Miniatürk can be listened to in 9 languages including Turkish, English, French, German, Russian, Arabic, Persian, Japanese and Spanish. IMM WIFI is available on our route.

The total area of Miniatürk is 60.000 square meters. Every detail has been carefully designed to ensure visitors a quality experience while having fun in Miniaturk including the 15.000 square meters area where the models are located as well as parking area for 300 cars, restaurant, cafeteria, gift shop, exhibition hall, outdoor show area, children’s playground, ferryboat, remote controlled boat, train, tale tree, mini stadium with 4 biggest teams, chess hall and labyrinth area, Turkey-Istanbul simulation helicopter tour.

Taking its strength and beauty from its 3,000-year-old civilization, Miniatürk is a pleasant park as well as a cultural and social responsibility project at the same time. Young generations will discover the deep roots of their civilizations in Miniaturk.

Miniaturk is one of the first addresses in Istanbul of local and foreign tourists, and an ideal place for those who want to experience a fabulous and quick tour of Turkey. In short, it is Turkey’s Showcase.

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Turkish and Islamic Art Museum https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/turkish-and-islamic-art-museum/ https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/turkish-and-islamic-art-museum/#respond Tue, 07 Dec 2021 07:39:24 +0000 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/?p=10272 World’s Richest Islamic Art Collection Turkish and Islamic Art Museum is the first museum in our country to include Turkish – Islamic art works together. It opened its doors for the first time in 1914 in the imaret building of Suleymaniye Mosque Social Complex, one of the most important structures of Mimar Sinan (Sinan the […]

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World’s Richest Islamic Art Collection
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum is the first museum in our country to include Turkish – Islamic art works together. It opened its doors for the first time in 1914 in the imaret building of Suleymaniye Mosque Social Complex, one of the most important structures of Mimar Sinan (Sinan the Architect) by the name of “Evkaf-ı Islamiye Museum” (Islamic Foundations Museum). It was moved to Ibrahim Pasha Palace to the west of Blue Mosque Square, in 1983. Apart from the Sultan palaces, the museum building is one of the earliest surviving palace buildings to the present day, dates back to the late 15th century.

Ibrahim Pasha Palace, one of the most important structures of Ottoman civil architecture, rises above the old “Racetrack Square” stairs. In 1520, it was repaired by Suleiman the Magnificent and gifted to Ibrahim Pasha of Pargali, his son-in-law and grand vizier.

The elevated structure on the arches surrounds the terrace on the three sides. One of the most pleasant places in the museum is this terrace, overlooking the Sultanahmet (Blue Mosque) Square.

After 1983, Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum was closed to visitors for restoration in 2012, and after extensive work, it was opened again in 2014, on the 100th anniversary of its first opening, with a new understanding of exhibition and new places of visit.

Hosts The Rare Arts Of Islamic World
The works of the museum’s rare examples of Emevi, Abbasi, Artuklu, Eyyubi, Ilhanlı, Timurid, Safavi, Kaçar, Memluk, Seljuk and Ottoman periods were collected from different areas of the Islamic world. The museum is famous for having the best rug collection in the world. The masterpieces among the rugs are rare 13th century Seljuk carpets that cannot be found elsewhere.

In addition to its rug collections, the museum also stands out with its pristine works of art. Glassware, stone and terracotta artifacts and metal and ceramic objects are among the precious pieces exhibited. A large hall in the courtyard of the museum is devoted to the collection of ethnography, reflecting the daily life of 19th century Istanbul. The Holy Relics section in the museum brings the most important works of this area like the ones in Topkapı Palace.

While You Are Here
Explore the Blue Mosque and its surroundings. The park in the Square is especially colorful when tulips bloom. The racetrack which constitutes the most important part of the square witnessing many historical events, is a monument that cannot be overlooked. The must-see artworks in the Racetrack, where horse carriage races were held in Byzantine times, are Kaiser Wilhelm (German) Fountain, Theodosius Obelisk and Spiral Column. But after all, the place not to be missed in Sultanahmet Square is the Blue Mosque which gives its name to the square.

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Panoroma 1453 History Museum https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/istanbul-panoroma-1453-history-museum/ https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/istanbul-panoroma-1453-history-museum/#respond Mon, 06 Dec 2021 09:43:33 +0000 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/?p=10237 The Panorama 1453 History Museum, established by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality in 2009, holds the title of ‘the world’s first full-panoramic museum’. As one of the most popular spots in Istanbul, the museum gives its visitors a chance to relive the conquest of Istanbul. The morning of May 29, 1453 was immortalized by virtue of good […]

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The Panorama 1453 History Museum, established by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality in 2009, holds the title of ‘the world’s first full-panoramic museum’. As one of the most popular spots in Istanbul, the museum gives its visitors a chance to relive the conquest of Istanbul.

The morning of May 29, 1453 was immortalized by virtue of good efforts by the at Topkapı Culture Park, the area where the conquest was dreamt of, as President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan supported the construction so that we set out on a journey through the history and remember the never-ending story of the city of Istanbul.

Panorama 1453 Museum of History was opened by on January 31, 2009 upon the participation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Istanbul metropolitan Municipality gained the museum for our city. As it is situated across the city walls of Topkapı-Edirnekapı where the siege took place, Panorama 1453 Museum of History functions as the gateways that open up the city of Istanbul to the history and is operated by Kültür A.Ş.

As İBB Kültür A.Ş., we freeze the historical moment through Panorama 1453 Museum of History, which will definitely shed light to our past and present, and bestow it as a gift to the future.

We hope that your enthusiasm for the conquest remains as fresh and permanent as is, and gives inspiration for the conqueror of the future…

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Carpet Museum https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/turkish-carpet-museum/ https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/turkish-carpet-museum/#respond Mon, 06 Dec 2021 09:39:23 +0000 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/?p=10235 Housed in an imaret (soup kitchen) added to the Aya Sofya complex in the 18th century, this museum is entered through a spectacular baroque gate and gives the visitor an excellent overview of the history of Anatolian carpet making. The carpets, which have been sourced from mosques throughout the country, date from the 14th to […]

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Housed in an imaret (soup kitchen) added to the Aya Sofya complex in the 18th century, this museum is entered through a spectacular baroque gate and gives the visitor an excellent overview of the history of Anatolian carpet making. The carpets, which have been sourced from mosques throughout the country, date from the 14th to 20th centuries.

There are three galleries, each entered through Tardis-like humidity-controlled entrances. The first, in the me’kel (dining hall), features early Anatolian-era carpets with geometric and abstract designs; these are sometimes called Holbein carpets in honour of Dutch artist Hans Holbein the Younger, who often depicted them in his paintings. Also here are examples of the best-known type of Turkish carpets: Uşak (Ushak) carpets of the 16th and 17th centuries.

The second gallery, in the aşhane (kitchen), displays rugs with central and eastern Anatolian motifs including star-shaped medallions and keyholes; the latter is said to have been inspired by the mosque mihrab (panels decode the many symbols’ meanings). Don’t miss the particularly fine red-and-yellow 19th-century Hereke rug, on the left at the end of the room, from the Mustafa Mosque in Sirkeci.

The third gallery, in the fodlahane (bakery), is the most impressive, with huge 17th- and 18th-century Uşak carpets from the Süleymaniye Mosque and another 19th-century example from the Blue Mosque. The latter is also a late example of a saf prayer rug; several people could pray side by side in a saf (line) on its multiple mihrab decorations.

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Naval Museum https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/istanbul-naval-museum/ https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/istanbul-naval-museum/#respond Mon, 06 Dec 2021 09:33:52 +0000 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/?p=10233 In 1897, Naval Museum was established under the name of “The Museum and Library Administration Office” in a small building in the Imperial Dockyard with Sultan Abdülhamit II’s permission and Minister of Navy Bozcaadalı Hasan Hüsnü Pasha’s orders. The museum served in various buildings regarding the conditions of that time. Finally, in 1961, the Museum […]

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In 1897, Naval Museum was established under the name of “The Museum and Library Administration Office” in a small building in the Imperial Dockyard with Sultan Abdülhamit II’s permission and Minister of Navy Bozcaadalı Hasan Hüsnü Pasha’s orders. The museum served in various buildings regarding the conditions of that time. Finally, in 1961, the Museum was moved to a building in Beşiktaş (which was previously served as the Treasury) and began to serve here under the name of “The Naval Museum and Archive Directorate”. Storage near this building which was built in the 20th century and had been previously used as aircraft shed, repair workshop and garage was assigned for the Museum. The historical boats collection consisting of the galley and the imperial caiques was transferred to this building and this collection was opened to public in “The Gallery of Historical Caiques” in 1971.

As the building which served as the Gallery of Historical Caiques was actually designed as a depot, the museum staff encountered some problems in preserving and displaying the collection. In order to overcome these obstacles, it was decided to build a new museum building in the available area. In this context, a national architectural design competition was organized on 14 August 2005. In 2008, the award-winning architectural design was chosen to be built as the new museum building. Finally, the construction of the new museum building consisting of the annex exhibition building, the gallery of historical caiques, the cultural center and the open exhibition area began according to the modern museology concept. First of all, a temporary depot was built in order to preserve the historical caiques during the construction period. In 2009, the caiques were transferred to this depot. When the renovation/restoration process of the Naval Museum completed in September 2013, the collection of historical caiques was transferred to this building. The new museum began to welcome its visitors on 4 October 2013.

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Modern Art Museum https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/istanbul-modern-art-museum/ https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/istanbul-modern-art-museum/#respond Mon, 06 Dec 2021 09:29:46 +0000 https://istanbulholidayplanner.com/?p=10231 The Building The seeds for the Istanbul Modern project were sown in 1987, during the 1st International Istanbul Contemporary Art Exhibitions, known today as the Istanbul Biennial.  Motivated by the interest shown in the event and the dynamism it contributed to the Istanbul art scene, Dr. Nejat F. Eczacıbaşı embarked on the project to endow […]

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The Building
The seeds for the Istanbul Modern project were sown in 1987, during the 1st International Istanbul Contemporary Art Exhibitions, known today as the Istanbul Biennial.  Motivated by the interest shown in the event and the dynamism it contributed to the Istanbul art scene, Dr. Nejat F. Eczacıbaşı embarked on the project to endow Istanbul with a permanent Museum of Contemporary Art.

After a long quest, the Feshane, a former 19th century textile manufacturing plant on the Golden Horn, was converted into a Museum of Contemporary Art. Although the building housed the 3rd International Istanbul Biennial in 1991, the project never reached its long-term goal. From then on, various institutions and individuals sought to establish a museum of modern art in Istanbul. Unfortunately, these initiatives failed for lack of a suitable space and difficulties in obtaining artworks to form the core of the permanent collection.

The fate of the project changed once again in 2003, when the fourth customs warehouse on the Galata pier, near the Mimar Sinan Academy of Fine Arts, served as the main venue for the 8th Istanbul Biennial. After Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, then Prime Minister, gave his approval for the permanent use of the site, the project’s main obstacle was overcome. The 8,000 square meter dry cargo warehouse, owned by the Turkish Maritime Organization, was transformed into a modern museum building with all corresponding functions.

After spending 14 years in this building as Turkey’s first modern and contemporary art museum, Istanbul Modern moved to a temporary space in Beyoğlu in May 2018, where it will remain for three years while a new museum building is constructed at its original location. The historical Union Française building on Meşrutiyet Avenue has been renovated so as to accommodate all of Istanbul Modern’s exhibitions and activities. The new building, located within the ongoing “Galataport” development project, is to be constructed with the joint contributions of the Eczacıbaşı Group, the museum’s founding sponsor, and Doğuş Holding – Bilgili Holding, its main sponsor.

The Site
For thousands of years, the Golden Horn area served as an inlet port of the Bosphorus, and this natural port united Istanbul with other centers of commerce and culture around the world.

In the 13th century, various Italian trading colonies located in Istanbul began to build harbors in the area. One of these was the Genoese port in the Tophane district, which would later be known as Galata.  By the 17th century, the Karaköy-Tophane waterfront had become the main arrival point for ships coming from Europe.

At first, each shipping company had its own floating dock/specific anchorage location where it positioned its vessels, and provided a separate rowing team to bring goods and passengers ashore. With the increase in maritime traffic and corresponding rise in the number of passengers, this system became inadequate. In 1879, the construction of piers all along the shore began.

In 1910, warehouses and hangars were built on the piers. With the founding of the Republic of Turkey in 1923, the piers were turned over to the Maritime Lines and Docks Administration, which would become the Turkish Maritime Administration in 1984.

The building which housed Istanbul Modern for 14 years was one of several warehouses constructed during the late 1950s and designed by the eminent architect Sedad Hakkı Eldem. Until 1990, the pier served as Istanbul’s main port.

Istanbul Modern’s temporary space, which will accommodate all exhibitions and events through to 2021, is located in Beyoğlu, the city’s cultural and artistic district. The Union Française building on Meşrutiyet Avenue was built by Alexandre Vallaury as a local club for the French community in 19th century Istanbul.

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