Built in 1880 by Sultan Abdülhamid II as imperial residence. Originally natural woodlands became imperial estate under Sultan Ahmed I. First pavilion built by Sultan Selim III for his mother Mihrişah Sultan
Kitchen complex served as outer (Birûn) and inner (Enderûn) services. Complex included kitchens, dorms, baths, masjids, storages and cellars. Required water for drinking, cooking, cleaning and watering
Built by Mehmed II between 1460-1478 as Ottoman sultans' residence. Named "Saray-ı Cedid" after Sultan Mahmud I's coastal palace. Located in Sarayburnu, surrounded by 1400-meter-long walls. Covered approximately 700 thousand square meters