The Topkapi Palace is where the Sultans and the harems lived during the Ottoman Empire. It is truly a breathtaking place, one that could easily fill an entire morning of your time, as the number of rooms to go into appear to be endless. Unfortunately, while the Turks have done their best to restore the palace and keep it as in tact as possible, the amazing gardens that once complimented the regal palace no longer exist. Although, I can't imagine keeping up the gardens in today's market that Sultans once had during the Ottoman Empire would be a budget-friendly task. Instead, sans gardens, I took a liking to the fascinating and impressive tiling that is literally in every single room. You know how you might pick out really special tile lets say for your kitchen, well, the Sultan's didn't just stop there. IT IS EVERYWHERE!