Gülhane Park is located in Fatih district, one of the most central areas of Istanbul in terms of vehicle-pedestrian traffic. This area, which is visited by local and foreign tourists at all times of the year, is one of the important key points of our city.
During the Byzantine period, Mangana Palace was built in Gülhane, where military depots and barracks were located. At the same time, this area was considered sacred because the Hagios Georgies Monastery and Panagia Hodegetria Holy Spring were located in this area. After the conquest of Istanbul by the Ottomans, Fatih Sultan Mehmet surrounded Sarayburnu with walls and had the Tiled Pavilion built.
Entertainments and shows such as wrestling and javelin throwing were held here. Many Nişantaşı stones were erected in Gülhane in memory of important shows. Grand Vizier Pasha had the famous İncili Köşk built here for Murad III. A division called Gülhane Ocak was separated from the Bostancı Ocak for the cleaning of the gardens and palaces in Gülhane.
This decree is called the Gülhane Line Imperial Edict because the Tanzimat Edict was read in Gülhane in 1839. When the sultans moved to Dolmabahçe Palace and later the European railway came to Sirkeci via Sarayburnu, the trees and mansions of the park were uprooted and demolished, turning it into a strange entertainment venue and taking the name of “Bitli Kağıthane”. Abdülhamid II allowed the first large museum to be built here in the 1880s. After the Müze-i Hümayun was built, the garden was landscaped by the then Istanbul Şehremin (Mayor) Cemil Paşa in 1912 and it was turned into a park and opened to the public.
The first statue of Atatürk erected in Turkey is located here. The statue was made by the Austrian Kripel and erected in its current location in 1926. In addition, Atatürk was given the title of “Head Teacher” at a ceremony held in Gülhane on November 24, 1928. Atatürk introduced the Latin alphabet to the public on a blackboard he had set up and gave his first lesson here.
With its events, special days such as the Rose Festival and its historical atmosphere, Gülhane Park offers unforgettable memories not only to the local people but also to the tourists visiting the city.[2] The festival consists of various events organized in the rose gardens within the park. These events include a rose scent competition, rose garden visits, rose-themed music and dance shows and the sale of rose products.
There is no entrance fee to Gülhane Park. It is easy to reach by public transportation.
5 Places to See in Gülhane Park
5.1 Istanbul Archaeology Museum.
5.2 Islamic Science and Technology Museum.
5.3 Ancient Orient Museum.
5.4 Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Library.
5.5 Tiled Kiosk Museum.
Many historical events that took place in this park during the Ottoman period. The most important of these events is the reading of the Tanzimat Edict in the garden. This is why the edict is known as the Gülhane Hatt-ı Hümayunu. It was first opened to the public as a park in 1912.
It is said that the Alemdar Stone Plane Tree was erected between 1590 and 1617 by Sultan Ahmet I, who had the Alemdar gate and fountain of Gülhane Park built.
Historical and touristic places such as the Archaeological Museum, Sultan Ahmet Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Sirkeci Train Station, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Spice Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Obelisk, Bab-i Ali Street are within walking distance of Gulhane Park, you should visit each of them while you are there.
In this park located in Sarayburnu, you can lie down and enjoy a picnic with your family and children.
One of the world's leading historians and a researcher on the History of Islamic Science, Prof. Dr. Fuat Sezgin, was commemorated with a program held at his grave in Gülhane Park on the 40th day of his death.
When the complaints about Gülhane Zoo in Istanbul that have been going on for years gained an international dimension, the Istanbul Municipality could not take it anymore and Gülhane was closed!
Its circumference is 9 meters, its height is 20.5 meters, its diameter is 2.87 meters. The tree (right) is thought to be about 600 years old. (Across from the Gülhane Park gate).
It is also known as the Gülhane Hatt-ı Şerifi (Sultan's Writing), Gülhane Hatt-ı Hümâyûnu or Tanzimat-ı Hayriye (Auspicious Regulations) because it was read in Gülhane Park. With this decree, the state said that it had to renew itself.
The landscaping work in the park, which was closed by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality in 2001, took two years. The park, which was opened to public use in 2003, has regained its former glory and is now offered to the public as the most well-maintained and largest park on the Istanbul side.
Located in the Eminönü district of Istanbul, Gülhane Park has an important history as it is the garden of Topkapı Palace and is among the first public parks of Istanbul.
Gülhane Park was the outer garden of Topkapı Palace during the Ottoman Empire and included a grove and rose gardens. It was organized during the reign of Istanbul's city manager Cemil Pasha (Topuzlu) and turned into a park in 1912 and opened to the public.
The closest tram stop to Istanbul Gülhane Park is Sirkeci.
The end date of the Tulip Festival, which started in April, was determined as April 30, 2024.
Among the most beautiful parks in Istanbul, Gülhane Park was first used as an outer garden of the palace during the Ottoman period. The tulips, various flowers and roses in the park ensured that its name remained as Gülhane Park throughout history.
Until 2001, animals such as lions and elephants roamed in this park. After a fair was established, the idea of keeping the animals here emerged. Work began and the animals brought to the fair stayed in Gülhane. As time went by, the space allocated for the animals that the public also visited began to become insufficient.
Gülhane Park fascinates its visitors as a unique place that offers the historical and natural beauties of Istanbul together. Located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, this park is a place where people of all ages can enjoy their time with its peaceful atmosphere and historical texture.
**Historical and Natural Beauties:**
Gülhane Park was used as the outer garden of Topkapı Palace during the Ottoman Empire and was opened to the public in 1912. The park is a paradise for nature lovers with its wide green areas, walking paths and colorful flower gardens. You can experience peaceful moments accompanied by bird chirping and a light breeze while walking under the shade of historical trees.
The views of the Marmara Sea and the Bosphorus, which can be seen from various points in the park, offer visitors a fascinating viewing pleasure. Especially from the Sarayburnu Fountain, located at one of the highest points in the park, it is possible to watch the panoramic view of both the historical peninsula and the Bosphorus. Seating areas and benches located in various parts of the park give visitors the opportunity to rest and enjoy the view.
The statues, monuments and historical fountains in Gülhane Park remind visitors of Istanbul's rich cultural heritage. The Tophane Fountain, located near the park's entrance, and the Ahmet III Fountain in the depths of the park are elegant examples of Ottoman architecture. These structures increase the park's historical texture and aesthetic value.
The park hosts various events and festivals throughout the year. Concerts, exhibitions and theater performances, especially in the spring and summer months, offer visitors cultural and artistic experiences. In addition, children's playgrounds and sports fields provide families and young people with enjoyable time
Gülhane Park was the outer garden of Topkapı Palace during the Ottoman Empire and included a grove and rose gardens. The Tanzimat Edict, the first concrete step towards democratization in Turkish history, was read in Gülhane Park on November 3, 1839 by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mustafa Reşit Pasha during the reign of Abdülmecid, and for this reason it is also called the Gülhane Hatt-ı Hümayunu. It was turned into a park in 1912 and opened to the public. It has approximately 163 acres of land. It is a great symbolic value for the Turkish nation and a place where Nazım Hikmet wrote a poem while writing an escape story and it has become a song in time and has become a household name in our language.
A park that comes to the rescue of those who have trouble finding green space in Istanbul. I visited it on the first day of Eid. I couldn't take many pictures because it was very crowded. IMM Security teams constantly warn me not to damage the tulips. The park is very nice, clean and well-maintained. I think it will be crowded on weekends and holidays. Therefore, it should be visited during the week to relax and take nice pictures.
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