Restoration

As part of the ongoing restoration of Istanbul's iconic Galata Tower, the 270-kilogram copper ring, removed for refurbishment, has been reinstalled in four pieces. The historic tower, standing for 674 years, underwent a meticulous…

The restoration of Haydarpaşa Train Station, an iconic legacy, remains unfinished since the 2010 fire. Despite 13 years passing, the historic landmark in Istanbul, started in 1873 and opened in 1908, still awaits…

Approximately 65% of the restoration work on the Balıklı Rum Hospital, which was severely damaged by a fire in Istanbul, has been completed, including the roof and exterior. Balıklı Rum Hospital Civil Engineer Erol Yümlü expressed…

The Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry announced the start of repair work on Istanbul's 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia, one of the city's most visited historical attractions. According to local media, the repair initiative intends to…

The Turkish Presidency's National Palaces Painting Museum has initiated the restoration of five 19th-century historical paintings, including valuable works such as "Yavuz Sultan Selim and the Prince," "Sultan Selim III," and "Istanbul…

Istanbul's ancient walls, built in the 5th century, have been restored, bringing a renewed vitality to the surrounding neighborhoods. Once plagued by decay and social challenges, the walls now shine with enhanced safety measures, lighting,…

Restoration work continues in Selimiye Mosque, Mimar Sinan's masterpiece built in 1568 during Ottoman era, listed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. Initiated in November 2021, the restoration involves a team of 115 professionals. Using…

After two years of extensive restoration work, the Maiden's Tower, a landmark of Istanbul dating back to 410 B.C., has been reopened with a stunning light and laser show. Thousands of Istanbulites gathered at the Salacak coast to witness…

The 500-year-old Quran manuscript is being restored under the supervision of the National Taiwan Library. The historical artifact was given two years ago by Taiwanese Muslim Faisal Hsu, a volunteer for the Tzu Chi Humanitarian Relief…