Kandilli Anatolian High School for Girls

Kandilli Anatolian High School for Girls is a secondary school on the Asian side of Istanbul, serving female students who have passed selective national entrance examinations. The campus includes historic buildings and modern educational facilities situated in the Kandilli neighborhood of Üsküdar.

The institution was founded in 1916 in the former Adile Sultan Palace, which served as its main academic building until a fire destroyed it in 1986. The school subsequently rebuilt its infrastructure while preserving its historical significance.

The school serves as a selective institution for high-achieving girls across Istanbul and represents the development of female education in Turkey. Its student body reflects the broader shift toward educational opportunities for young women in the region.

The school is located in the Kandilli neighborhood on the Asian side of Istanbul and is accessible by road or ferry from other parts of the city. Visitors should expect that this is an active educational facility where classroom access is restricted to scheduled visits.

The original Adile Sultan Palace was restored in 2006 through alumni donations and now operates as a standalone cultural venue adjacent to the active school campus. This recovered structure displays the royal architecture from the founding period.

Location: Istanbul

Location: Üsküdar

Location: Kandilli

Inception: 1916

Founders: Ahmed Rıza

GPS coordinates: 41.07139,29.05722

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03