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Ottoman
House Museum
The house which is located in Dede neighborhood
of Odunpazarı section is a typical example
of wood architecture of 19th century.
The house which belongs to Halil İbrahim
Efendi (Sipaahioğlu) who was a member of
the first term of the Parliament is known
as "the house of Yeşilefendi"
and as an added signifance as Atatürk was
hosted there.
The men's quarters (selamlık) section of
the house was opened to public visits in
1984 following restoration.
The building, which is constructed in "Bağdadi"
style of lathe and plaster, consists of
a basement and a floor over the ground level.
Wood workmanship on ceilings, doors and
cupboard are extremely well done. The main
room which has a hearth and a bay window
is richer in decoration compared to the
others.
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The museum is arranged
to reflect domestic life at 19th century
and local ethnographic items are also
displayed.
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