Palace Of The Porphrogenitus

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Ст Мих

Level 8 Local Expert

one of the most interesting that I saw in Istanbul

Антон Юдин

Level 17 Local Expert

The Blachernae Palace, which was opened after restoration, is open to the public in 2022, and therefore there are still very few tourists, which makes the visit even more interesting, no one prevents you from taking beautiful photos. The palace was the ancestral patrimony of the Palaiologos and is a classic Byzantine structure. The palace has 3 floors and it is possible to access the balcony and the tower to see the Golden Horn Bay. The visit will leave an indelible impression, there are very few such buildings in Istanbul.

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Александер

Level 5 Local Expert

It's a good museum, the price is quite reasonable compared to other museums in Istanbul, and the museum itself has left good impressions. The toilet is clean, there is paper. It was in the morning, there were no people

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Анастасия Куркова

Level 9 Local Expert

It's probably a cool museum, but we couldn't get into it ((cash payment is not accepted! Only the bank card (the Russian Mir and the Russian Master Card are not accepted for payment) or the museum card. Keep this in mind

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Антон Потлов

Level 10 Local Expert

One of the most affordable examples of Byzantine architecture in Istanbul for Russian citizens. Of the minuses - transport accessibility, of the pluses - a panorama of the municipality of Fatih and the opposite shore of the Golden Horn Bay

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Кирилл Нафиков

Level 5 Local Expert

A very interesting museum about the production of ceramics, an excellent observation deck, cheap entrance (only 50 lira for October 2024). Of the disadvantages, only a long and difficult climb, but it's worth it.

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Дмитрий Волгин

Level 12 Local Expert

There's not much to see inside the palace. The best views are of the city. It's worth a look. But I wouldn't come here a second time. Well done for rebuilding

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Юлия А.

Level 7 Local Expert

The best museum in Istanbul, it seemed. A very cheap entrance ticket, at the same time a cool observation deck, few tourists, an interesting place!

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Екатерина Миляева

Level 6 Local Expert

A great museum Surprisingly few visitors are tourists, and this is on Sunday! The best observation deck on the Golden Horn Entry is inexpensive The territory is landscaped Digital stands in English

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Knyazev A

Level 11 Local Expert

I was pleased with the entrance fee, the only place where it is normal, it is worth visiting, but there is not much to see, everything was destroyed by the Turks, a good observation deck on the roof of the palace, overlooking the city walls and the Golden Horn

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Александр Парохин

Level 5 Local Expert

The Constantinople Palace on minimalki. At least something has been preserved. Anyone interested in the history of Byzantium will be interested.

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Максим Ю.

Level 4 Local Expert

Great views. Very few people. Cheap (50lir). There is not much left of Byzantium. Along the way, you can feel the warmth of modern Istanbul.

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Алексей О

Level 18 Local Expert

This is a relatively new museum in Istanbul, built on the ancient wall of Constantinople. Very few tourists come here, because it is far from the center. A high observation deck will allow you to take wonderful photos. January 2023 - cost 50 liras

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Анастасия К.

Level 10 Local Expert

We didn't plan to visit, but at least we had to see it. Unfortunately, there is little left of the palace.

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Мария В.

Level 19 Local Expert

The remains of the Byzantine Blachernae Palace, the only three-storey building that remains of Constantinople. During the time of the Ottomans, there was a tile workshop here, and this is what the exposition is dedicated to. You can climb to the observation deck and look at the walls of the city from above.

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Мария М

Level 23 Local Expert

The restored palace of the Byzantine emperors who lived here for the last century on the eve of the fall of Byzantium. Subsequently, a ceramic factory worked within the walls of this palace, the tiles of which can be seen in many palaces, including in Bakhchisarai. The palace is located on a hill. The most impressive panorama opens from its height. The ticket price in July 2023 is 40 liras. For comparison, the Galata Tower is 350 lire. There are practically no visitors. And it's a shame. The place is unique. The palace is part of the fortress wall. Within walking distance of the Byzantine temple in Chora, which is now closed for renovation (being converted into a mosque)

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Александр К

Level 5 Local Expert

I went to climb the ruins, but I found a museum. Delicately restored, preserved ruins. The entrance to the museum is inexpensive (40lir in June 2023), surprisingly. Probably, tk is away from tourist places. Feature: there is a booth at the entrance, and then come in and walk by yourself without any caretaker. There is a small exposition inside, a mock-up of the outer wall. Large-scale views open from the fortress wall and balconies on the upper floors.

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Татьяна В.

Level 3 Local Expert

They do not accept cash payments, only by card. Russian tourists can't buy a ticket

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Алексей С.

Level 23 Local Expert

Tickets have gone up a lot, now 300 lira, although in other reviews it was 50.

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Дарья Садикова

Level 9 Local Expert

I don't understand why almost none of the tourists reach this palace! Here is a cool view of the center of Istanbul, samples of ancient frescoes, silence, tranquility. Also, well, a very cheap entrance

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Наталья Лихачева

Level 21 Local Expert

I liked it only because I adore everything related to Byzantium. It is difficult to call this ruin a palace , absolutely nothing has been preserved . The view from the wall is interesting and impressive. even if you consider that these walls used to be 4 meters higher than they are now

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Лев Хабаров

Level 9 Local Expert

Admission is 300 liras on March 25, only cards are accepted. Couldn't log in

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Александр Р

Level 15 Local Expert

It's amazing how they kept it. Beautiful views from the roof

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Sergey Yakushin

Level 10 Local Expert

Interestingly, it makes a strong impression.

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Даниил

Level 10 Local Expert

Admission is 300 lire per person. 2 adults, 3 children - paid 900 lire. The view is not bad. It's authentic inside.

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Алексей Кученков

Level 19 Local Expert

Excellent view from the top, from the wall and roof. There's not much left inside. I recommend visiting it. It's not a very simple logistics, but in a compartment with the walls of Feodosiya (a walk a little further) and the Choir church, with frescoes it doesn't look bad.

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taha u.

Level 2 Local Expert

A beautiful place to go and excursions 5 floors

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AYHAN ARICI

Level 10 Local Expert

A fabulous value

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Дмитрий Сибиряков

Level 8 Local Expert

The walls of the time of the Tekfurs, the entrance is cheap

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Bartholomew

Level 17 Local Expert

Interesting location, good interactive.

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Кирилл

Level 11 Local Expert

It's a long way to go, there's practically nothing to see inside. Except that the remains of the walls and towers of the Byzantine fortress are outside.

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Дарья Балбекова

Level 8 Local Expert

An excellent example of the restoration of the only preserved, albeit only facade, Byzantine palace. An interesting exposition about the history of this place.

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Grapeson

Level 11 Local Expert

It is very informative about glass and pottery. Interesting exhibits. The palace has been restored almost from ruins. There is a new look, but it does not reduce the color. Pretty good. I was in October - there were practically no people. But it takes time and patience, at least to find it)))..

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Levent Levi

Level 5 Local Expert

A beautiful museum

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Евгений Петухов

Level 17 Local Expert

Great. It's not crowded in the morning.

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Дмитрий

Level 13 Local Expert

Excellent observation deck

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Kirillov A.

Level 6 Local Expert

Good views, it is inexpensive

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blackenedbleach

Level 8 Local Expert

After a recent renovation, a museum dedicated to ceramics produced in the already Ottoman Tekfur Sarai has been opened. There is almost no Byzantine history of one of the main palaces of Constantinople in this museum, and the exposition itself is poor and mostly interactive. Also pay attention to the terrible plastic windows in the 13th century palace)

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Mustafa Yesiltas

Level 10 Local Expert

two large viewing platforms. one of them is a preserved ruin, and the other has been restored. I recommend going up by elevator initially.

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Palace Of The Porphrogenitus

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