Feriye Palace is an Ottoman palace located in the Besiktas district of Istanbul, on the European side of the Bosphorus, it was built as an annex to the Ciragan Palace.
History of Feriye Palace
Feriye Palace was built in the 1870s in the second half of the 19th century during the reign of Sultan Abdulaziz. When Çırağan Palace and Dolmabahçe Palace were not enough for the Ottoman family, Feriye Palace was built on the coastline between Çırağan Palace and Ortaköy Mosque.
Feriye Palace was also used as the compulsory residence of Sultan Abdulhamid II after he was deposed. The death of Sultan Abdulaziz also took place in this palace.
Some members of the Ottoman dynasty lived in this palace until the caliphate was abolished on March 3, 1924. After the members of the dynasty were exiled abroad, it was decided that the palace, which remained empty for a while, would be used by educational institutions.
The Higher Maritime School was located in a part of the buildings in 1927. In the 1928-1929 academic year, Kabataş Boys' High School was moved to another part of Feriye Palace. In 1967, when female students were admitted to Galatasaray High School, a part of Feriye Palace was used as the girls' section of the high school. The buildings close to the Ortakoy Mosque remained empty for many years because they were left neglected.
Today, Feriye Palace has been partially restored and is used for different functions: Part of the palace serves as a restaurant and event space, while also hosting cultural and artistic events.
Architecture of Feriye Palace
Feriye Palace has typical Ottoman palace architectural features. The palace complex consists of the main building and several additional structures. In the interiors of the building, large halls, high ceilings, ornate wall engravings and large windows attract attention.
Its location by the sea has added a distinct aesthetic and prestige to the palace.
The architecture of Feriye Palace was shaped under the Western influence of the period and was decorated with Neo-Classical and Baroque elements. However, the traditional architectural elements of the Ottoman Empire have also been preserved. On the exterior of the palace, marble and stonework are at the forefront.
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