İstanbul Belediye Sarayı, Municipal government building in Istanbul, Turkey
The Istanbul Municipal Palace consists of two main sections: a high rectangular prism for offices and a horizontal section for presidential functions and meeting spaces.
During the foundation excavation works in 1953, workers discovered Roman and Byzantine mosaics, which are now exhibited at the Istanbul Archaeological Museum.
The building incorporates architectural elements that reference local heritage, including a hyperbolic curved roof above the presidential section inspired by Sehzade Mosque.
The palace serves as the headquarters of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, housing administrative offices, meeting rooms, a restaurant, and a tourist information center.
The structure stands as one of Turkey's first examples of International Style architecture, following design principles similar to those of architect Oscar Niemeyer.
Location: Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality
Architects: Nevzat Erol
Architectural style: International Style
GPS coordinates: 41.01340,28.95510
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:15
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