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Güzelce Ali Paşa Türbesi
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Güzelce Ali Paşa Türbesi

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Güzelce Ali Paşa Tomb is a historic structure located within the Yahya Efendi Dervish Lodge Complex in Beşiktaş, Istanbul. Built between 1620 and 1621, the tomb was constructed for Güzelce Ali Pasha, an Ottoman statesman and Grand Vizier during the reign of Sultan Osman II. This simple, square-planned, and domed structure features stone-brick walls and a facade overlooking the sea. Inside, there are six marble sarcophagi belonging to Güzelce Ali Pasha and his family. The tomb is within walking distance of Çırağan Palace (371 m), Yıldız Palace (774 m), and Yıldız Park (354 m). The nearest public transport is Ortaköy ferry stop (653 m).

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