Founded in 1959, the museum today has indoor exhibition areas with Archaeology and Ethnography halls. The museum’s garden features statues of Aries, as well as sheep and horses from the Akkoyunlu and Karakoyunlu periods. Other exhibits at the museum are a 65-million-year-old dinosaur fossil, as well as many historical artefacts, including coins minted by the Lydians, and pottery from the Bronze Age.

Not too far away is Beylerbeyi, a beautiful seaside neighbourhood, close to Kuzguncuk to the north of Üsküdar sitting on the Bosphorus. The Beylerbeyi Palace, located under the Bosphorus Bridge, is the symbol and popular landmark of the neighbourhood. There are also many beautiful mosques, mansions, boutique residences, and restaurants to visit in the area around the port. Beylerbeyi served as the summer residence of the sultans and as a house for foreign diplomats and was built to impress with magnificent and functional interiors. From exquisite carpets to consoles with mother-of-pearl inlays, every piece of furniture is perfectly placed. The ceilings are decorated with either floral motifs, nautical scenes, or Koran inscriptions. With an eye for detail, each room has a unique French Baccarat chandelier.

Kars Castle (Kars Kalesi) was built in CE 1152 by order of a Saltuqid sultan, Melik Izzeddin, who was connected to the Seljuks. Although much of the castle was destroyed during various wars, it has a magnificent appearance when viewed from the city. The basalt stone castle featured 3.5-kilometre-long city walls; seven of the bastions on those walls survive to the present day. There are four entrances: the Water Gate (Su Kapısı / Çeribaşı Kapısı), the Kağızman Gate (Kağızman Kapısı /Orta Kapı), the Behram Paşa Gate (Behram Paşa Kapısı and the Main Gate (Ana Kapı) which opens to the cliff. The castle also contains the Tomb of Celal Baba (Celal Baba Türbesi), who died in the 13th century, along with military lodgings, an ammunition depot, and a masjid.

Embark on an adventure through time as you explore the remarkable Kafkas Cephesi Harp Tarihi Müzesi, also known as the Caucasian Front War History Museum, nestled in the exquisite landscapes of Türkiye. This mighty museum unfurls the compelling narrative of the historical battles fought on the Caucasian Front, a testament to the resilience and bravery of the soldiers who served. Every room within the museum's expansive galleries pulsates with stories that grip your soul - from authentic artifacts that harken back to a time of turmoil, spectacular military maps capturing strategic brilliance, to heart-wrenching personal narratives that bring forth human resilience. It is a striking focal point where history aficionados, culture seekers, and knowledge explorers converge in a shared spirit of discovery. As you traverse through the corridors, feel the echo of history intertwining with the present, offering an unparalleled immersion into Türkiye's rich past. Yet, the Kafkas Cephesi Harp Tarihi Müzesi is more than a treasure trove of wartime memories; it is a beacon of peace, reminding us of the importance of unity and understanding in our world today. Hidden in plain sight, the museum encapsulates the struggles and triumphs of a nation which have shaped the world we know today. The Kafkas Cephesi Harp Tarihi Müzesi is indeed a finely textured tapestry, woven with narratives of courage, sacrifice, determination, and hope. Take the chance to witness this key asset of Türkiye's cultural identity, an experience that will leave an indelible mark on your understanding of history, but most importantly, of humanity.