Museum of Princess Islands, Municipal museum in Büyükada, Turkey
The Museum of Princess Islands is a museum on Büyükada that displays objects from the archipelago of the same name. The exhibition spreads across indoor and outdoor spaces, showing items, documents, and photographs that tell the story of island life.
The museum was established in 2010 and documents how the islands changed from detention colonies into vacation destinations. Its collection focuses on this transformation across the centuries.
The collection tells the story of Turkish, Greek, and Armenian communities who lived together on the islands over many generations. You can see how their different traditions and daily lives shaped the character of this archipelago.
The museum sits near the ferry docks, making it easy to reach from the harbor. Inside you'll find a research library with historical maps, archives, and extensive information about the islands' past.
The entrance hall features an ancient fish fossil discovered during excavations in the region. This rare find reveals that the area was once covered by water millions of years ago.
Location: Princes' Islands
Location: Istanbul Province
Inception: 2010
Website: http://adalarmuzesi.org
GPS coordinates: 40.85611,29.12472
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44
Istanbul offers photographers an uncommon range of subjects, combining architecture from multiple centuries with urban landscapes and waterways. This route includes Byzantine and Ottoman monuments such as Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, along with the Galata Tower that has stood over the old city since the 14th century. The Bosphorus separates Europe and Asia and provides the setting for historic sites including Rumeli Fortress, Maiden's Tower, and waterfront palaces like Dolmabahce Palace and Kucuksu Palace. The route passes through districts with different character. Balat displays Ottoman wooden houses and narrow lanes, while Karakoy is known for its renovated industrial buildings. The Princes' Islands off the coast offer car-free streets and neoclassical mansions. Viewpoints like Camlica Hill and Pierre Loti Hill provide panoramic views of the city and the Sea of Marmara. Additional destinations include Suleymaniye Mosque, Emirgan Park with its tulip beds, and modern structures like Zorlu Center.
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