Istanbul - The Calligraphy Museum

The Calligraphy Museum

The Calligraphy Museum

The museum is located in the Beyazid complex, in 5 minute walking distance from the Sultanahmet Square. Originally the building of the museum was used as a prayer school, a so-called medrese. In 1945 the complex was converted into the Turkish Museum of Calligraphy. During the Ottoman Empire the calligraphy was one of the most widespread arts.

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The museum presents a great collection of Qurans, tugras, imperial orders and seals. By the way, every sultan had his personal calligraphy as a type of seal, this emblem was called tugra. You can have also a look on the ancient calligraphy equipment and if you like a guide will explain to you how they were made. Opening hours: 9:00-16:00 (not Mondays and Sundays)
Address: Beyazit Meydani; Istanbul
Tel.: +90 212 5275851

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