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Lovely imperial rest house "Ihlamur Kasrı" was built in the midst of Linden trees, where you can have a cup of coffee, or as the Turkish word Ihlamur implies, a cup of Linden tea. Ihlamur Palace (Turkish: Ihlamur Kasrı), is a former imperial Ottoman summer palace located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed during the reign of Sultan Abdülmecid I (1839-1860). It is under the administration of the Turkish Department of National Palaces.
Ihlamur Valley, located between Beşiktaş, Yıldız and Nişantaşı is known as an excursion area belonging to Hacı Hüseyin Ağa, superintendent of the Navy Yard, and so called as “Hacı Hüseyin Vineyards” in 18th century. Although it was transformed into a “Hasbahçe” (imperial garden) belonging to the sultan during the reign of Sultan Ahmed III (1703-1730), this territory, known as “Hacı Hüseyin Vineyards” until second half of 19th century, took the attention during the reign of Sultan Abdülhamid I (1774-1789) and of Sultan Selim III (1789-1807) too.
It is mentioned in some sources that in the middle of the 18th century, there had previously been a kiosk on the site that that belonged to Hüseyin Efendi. In other sources, it is mentioned that there was an imperial garden (Has Bahçe) where linden trees grew at the beginning of the 18th century. However, all the existing buildings were demolished and the present buildings were constructed by the Armenian-Turkish architect, Nikogos Balyan, between 1849-1855.
When Sultan Abdulmecid (1839-1861), ascended the Ottoman throne, construction of Ihlamur Pavilions were initiated on the area where Ihlamur Excursion is located. These two buildings, situated within a 24,724 square meters of woodland, bordered by high surrounding walls in patches and by cast fences at some places, have been called sometimes as “Nüzhetiye” and sometimes as “Ihlamur Pavilions” since their construction in 1849-1855.
Ceremonial Kiosk, which is the main building, has an impressive architecture at the front face with its staircase carrying Baroque characteristics which reflects the taste of the period and with its interesting and dynamic reliefs. For the interior ornaments of the pavilion consisting of an Entrance Hall and one room at each side, a decoration in compliance with the Western decoration understanding, which was preferred at Ottoman artworks during 19th century, was implemented.
A particular integrity was achieved with the furniture and furnishing elements in various European styles. The Merasim Kiosk was reserved for the sultan’s personal use. The Maiyet Kiosk, the simpler of the two, was used by the sultan’s entourage and family members, and it currently serves as a beautiful cafeteria. The Merasim Kiosk has been garnished with Baroque style carvings. The ceiling of the kiosk is covered with landscape pictures.
The porcelain ornaments decorating the fireplace are products of Yıdız Oven. The kiosk is decorated with crystal chandeliers, European-style furniture, Hereke carpets, and decorated vases.
The most sophisticated Merasim Köşk, was reserved for the Sultan's own use. A twisting baroque staircase frames the entrance and intense decoration surrounds the façade. The interior decoration is typical of l9th century Turkish architecture, highly westernized but eclectic, in keeping with the furnishings and fittings in various European styles. The Imperial Gate was reserved for the Sultan, his family and royal visitors only.
Maiyet Kiosk, used by sultan’s entourage and sometimes by his harem, is a less ornate building with respect to the other one. It exhibits a more traditional schema with its space arrangement which consist of corner rooms opening to a central sofa. The walls of Maiyet Kiosk are covered with stucco which look like marble, in different colours.
Ceremonial Kiosk of Ihlamur Pavilions is kept open to visits as a museum-palace and Maiyet Kiosk is organized as a winter cafeteria. The garden of the pavilion, around the Maiyet Kiosk and the garden around the pool at the interior part are also used as a summer cafeteria.
Sultan Abdülaziz (1830-1876) organized cock and ram fights as well as the wrestling competitions in which he personally participated in the garden of the Maiyet Kiosk. Sultan Abdülmecid I (1823-1861) welcomed Lamartine, a famous French writer, poet, and politician, in this kiosk. Sultan Mehmet Resat V accepted the king of Bulgaria and Serbia here.
The sultan's entourage or family members who accompanied him used the plainer and slightly smaller Maiyet Köşk. The other two gates were used by foreign diplomats and guests. The large central pool, baroque in style and adorned with statues of lions was once surrounded by rose-beds.
There is a cafe in the Maiyet Köşk and part of the garden, and as at the other palaces and pavilions private receptions may be held here by prior arrangements. A newer building in the grounds that used to be accommodation for employees is now used to hold courses in painting, sculpture and drama mainly for children.
The pavilion was not used for a long time after the foundation of the Republic. The Ihlamur Pavilions were placed under the support of the National Palaces in 1966 as museum-palaces and are open to the public. The Merasim Kiosk was converted into “the Museum of Tanzimat,” and the Maiyet Kiosk into “The Historical Kiosks Museum.” Both Kiosks were completely restored during the 1980s. The pavilion was opened to visitors along with its garden in 1987.
Before the royal lodges were constructed here Abdülmecid used to visit this pleasant wooded valley frequently. There was nothing in the park but a tiny plain building and here Lamartine, the famous French writer and poet, was received by Sultan Abdülmecid in the mid 19th century. In his account of the occasion Lamartine could not disguise his disappointment at the humble setting in which he met the Ottoman sovereign. Lamartine would not have been disappointed by the Ihlamur Palace shortly afterwards.
HISTORY
Ihlamur Valley, located between Beşiktaş, Yıldız and Nişantaşı is known as an excursion area belonging to Hacı Hüseyin Ağa, superintendent of the Navy Yard, and so called as “Hacı Hüseyin Vineyards” in 18th century.
Although it was transformed into a “Hasbahçe” (imperial garden) belonging to the sultan during the reign of Sultan Ahmed III (1703-1730), this territory, known as “Hacı Hüseyin Vineyards” until second half of 19th century, took the attention during the reign of Sultan Abdulhamid I (1774-1789) and of Sultan Selim III (1789-1807) too. When Sultan Abdulmecid (1839-1861), ascended the Ottoman throne, construction of Ihlamur Pavilions were initiated on the area where Ihlamur Excursion is located.
The Ihlamur Pavilion is located at the intersection of Nüzhetiye Street between Ihlamur and Teşvikiye and has an area of about 25,000 square meters. It is mentioned in some sources that in the middle of the 18th century, there had previously been a kiosk on the site that that belonged to Hüseyin Efendi. In other sources, it is mentioned that there was an imperial garden (Has Bahçe) where linden trees grew at the beginning of the 18th century. However, all the existing buildings were demolished and the present buildings were constructed by the architect, Nikogos Balyan, between 1849-1855.
Ihlamur Valley lying behind the district of Beşiktaş was a popular picnic place in the early 18th century, when the vineyards here belonged to Hacı Hüseyin Ağa, superintendent of the Naval Arsenal. Although this attractive spot became an imperial estate during the reign of Ahmed III (1703-1730), it continued to be known by this name until the mid-19th century. Abdülhamid I (1774-1789) and his son Selim III (1789-1807) frequently visited this park.
Ihlamur Pavilions were part of the ambitious building programme initiated by Sultan Abdülmecid (1839-1860), including Dolmabahçe Palace at Beşiktaş and Küçüksu Pavilion on the Bosphorus.
Before the royal lodges were constructed here Abdülmecid used to visit this pleasant wooded valley frequently. There was nothing in the park but a tiny plain building and here Lamartine was received by Sultan Abdülmecid in the mid-19th century. In his account of the occasion the famous French poet could not disguise his disappointment at the humble setting in which he met the Ottoman sovereign.
Sultan Abdülaziz (1861-1876) was not as fond of Ihlamur as his elder brother, and seems to have come here only to watch cock and ram fights in the garden. Sultan Abdülaziz (1830-1876) organized cock and ram fights as well as the wrestling competitions in which he personally participated in the garden of the Maiyet Kiosk. Sultan Abdülmecid I (1823-1861) welcomed Lamartine, a famous French writer, poet, and politician, in this kiosk. Sultan Mehmed V Reşad (1909-1918) came here occasionally, and it was at Ihlamur that he received the kings of Bulgaria and Serbia.
The pavilion was not used for a long time after the foundation of the Republic. The Merasim Kiosk was converted into “the Museum of Tanzimat,” and the Maiyet Kiosk into “the Historical Kiosks Museum.” Both Kiosks were completely restored during the 1980s. The pavilion was opened to visitors along with its garden in 1987.
ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESING
These two buildings, situated within a 24,724 square meters of woodland, bordered by high surrounding walls in patches and by cast fences at some places, have been called sometimes as “Nüzhetiye” and sometimes as “Ihlamur Pavilions” since their construction in 1849-1855.
Ceremonial Kiosk, which is the main building, has an impressive architecture at the front face with its staircase carrying Baroque characteristics which reflects the taste of the period and with its interesting and dynamic reliefs. For the interior ornaments of the pavilion consisting of an Entrance Hall and one room at each side, a decoration in compliance with the Western decoration understanding, which was preferred at Ottoman artworks during 19th century, was implemented. A particular integrity was achieved with the furniture and furnishing elements in various European styles.
The Merasim Kiosk was reserved for the sultan’s personal use. The Merasim Kiosk has been garnished with Baroque style carvings. The ceiling of the kiosk is covered with landscape pictures. The porcelain ornaments decorating the fireplace are products of Yıdız Oven. The kiosk is decorated with crystal chandeliers, European-style furniture, Hereke carpets, and decorated vases.
The most elaborate of the two, known as the Merasim Köşk, was reserved for the sultan's own use. A curving baroque staircase frames the entrance and dense decoration swathes the façade. The interior decoration is typical of 19th century Ottoman architecture, highly westernised but eclectic, in keeping with the furnishings and fittings in various European styles.
The plainer and slightly smaller Maiyet Köşk was used by the sultan's entourage or family members who accompanied him. Maiyet Kiosk, used by sultan’s entourage and sometimes by his harem, is a less ornate building with respect to the other one. It exhibits a more traditional schema with its space arrangement which consist of corner rooms opening to a central sofa. The walls of Maiyet Kiosk are covered with stucco which look like marble, in different colours.
Lamartine would not have been disappointed by the two lodges which were built at Ihlamur shortly afterwards, however. Built by the architect Nikoğos Balyan between 1849 and 1855, they have been variously called the Nüzhetiye and Ihlamur Pavilions.
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