Palace of the Porphyrogenitus – Tekfur Palace Museum

Palace of the Porphyrogenitus, Tekfur Palace Museum, located in Fatih, is the only palace in Istanbul that has survived from the Byzantine period. Tekfur Palace, also known as the Blachernaean (Blaherna) Palace, is one of the best museums to visit in Istanbul.

Palace of the Porphyrogenitus – Tekfur Palace Museum

This historical building, which was in ruins for many years, is used as a museum today. This museum, which opens its doors to local and foreign tourists, welcomes its visitors on the ground floor, first floor and second floor.

In one part, the Ottoman and Byzantine periods of the palace are described.
In another part, mosaic, pottery and tile samples are exhibited. In addition, there are tile and glass workshops in the Tekfur Palace Museum.