Narmanlı Han was built in 1831 by the Swiss-Italian architect Guiseppe Fossati as the Russian Embassy. Guiseppe Fossati is the architect who was specially invited to Istanbul by the Palace for the restoration of Hagia Sophia.
It is known that the building was used as the Russian Consulate Building from its construction until 1924 and that its property belonged to the Russian State. Following the collapse of Russian Tsardom, in the early 1930s, these buildings housed offices of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. After these offices were moved in 1933, the group of buildings was purchased by Narmanlı Kardeşler. Many famous artists such as Ahmet Hamdi Tampınar, Aliye Berger, Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu lived in the Inn for a while and realized their works here.
Towards the end of the 1970s, the tenants in the old and dilapidated building gradually abandoned it. Most of the building located on the front of Istiklal Street is vacant. The Inn, which remained empty and neglected for a long time and was gradually destroyed and became ruined, dilapidated and abandoned, contrary to its history and magnificence, was purchased by Tekin ESEN and Mehmet ERKUL in 2015. This is the date that will ensure the rebirth of the historical Khan. A devoted restoration work was initiated between 2015 and 2018 on the building, which was owned by Tekin Esen – Mehmet Erkul and their families. This “Living Building”, which emerged after a difficult restoration process, is the recovery of a very important Historical Artifact that was disappearing for Beyoğlu and Istanbul.
Today, Narmanlı Han, which houses restaurants, cafe-bars and entertainment venues appealing to many target groups, is a frequent destination for local and foreign visitors as one of the most important brands of Istiklal Street.
The building, which was used by the Russian embassy in the past, was purchased by Avni and Sıtkı Narmanlı, the sons of Narmanlı Mustafa Efendi, who originated from the Narman district of Erzurum and was engaged in trade and made real estate investments with his trade income.
Narmanli Han is a historical building that was restored and opened to tourism on the right side of the tunnel of Istanbul Istiklal Street. It turned out very nice. There are Starbucks, Nero, Vienna Cafe, Cafe Espresso etc. in a private museum. It turned out very stylish and modern. I definitely recommend you to have a coffee and feel the historical atmosphere.
Yapı Kredi Koray purchased a 15 percent share of Narmanlı Han in 2001 for the purpose of restoring it.
Beyoğlu's historical and iconic patisserie Markiz was purchased by Tekin Esen and Mehmet Erkul, who bought Narmanlı Han in 2013. According to the news in Patronlar Dünyası; Tekin Esen, the owner of Eteksan Konfeksiyon, is known as one of Istanbul's famous real estate tycoons.
Built in 1831, Narmanlı Han was used as the Russian Embassy until 1880, then as a Russian Prison until 1914, and then became the property of the Narmanlı family.
Although there have been projects to convert Narmanlı Han into a hotel since the early 1990s, the project could not be implemented as an agreement could not be reached between the 11 owners.
After the restoration, the inn, which provides service with 9 different brands, appeals to people from many different demographics.
Narmanlı Han is located on Beyoğlu Culture Road.
Exploration work for restoration began in early February 2011. The building was sold to the Esen and Erkul family, represented by Tekin Esen and Mehmet Erkul, for 57 million US dollars in December 2013. The restoration work, which was approved by the Istanbul II Cultural Heritage Protection Board in 2015 and began in February 2016, first came to light in September 2017.
After the restoration, the inn became a meeting place and serves thousands of people daily.
The historical inn on Istiklal Street is one of the most beautiful buildings in Asmalımescit. Its architectural design belongs to the Fossati brothers. Many writers and artists have lived or worked in this inn. Winner of the ‘Sign of the City’ award.
The inn was built in 1831 and was used as the Russian Embassy until 1880 and then as a Russian prison until 1914. Later, it became the property of the Narmanlı family from Erzurum and was named after the family.
The historical inn on Beyoğlu İstiklal Street.
The place where Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar, Aliye Berger, Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu stayed for a while.
It was used as a house or a workshop.
I know how it was before the restoration, so I don't like its current state at all. Because it wasn't true to its original. It was filled with very crowded shops.
For years, I used to look at Aliye Berger's balcony from the outside and wonder what was inside. It became a cafe restaurant and they opened the balcony. When I saw it, I went in and had my coffee on that legendary balcony.
It was the only time I could be happy with its current state.
Although its restoration has been criticized, it is very popular. Yes, the historical texture has been damaged, but it has a seriously beautiful atmosphere. My favorite feature in historical buildings is that they have a courtyard, a place where you can spend time in summer and winter, at least it is one of the areas where hookah is not allowed in Istiklal. The problem here is that there are too many businesses, everything is on top of each other.
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