Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
Travel Point Overview
Located within the serene Gülhane Park, adjacent to the historic palace walls in the Has Ahırlar Pavilion, the Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam offers a remarkable glimpse into the scientific heritage of the Islamic world.
🧭 Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam – A Timeless Journey in Istanbul
📍 Located within the serene Gülhane Park, adjacent to the historic palace walls in the Has Ahırlar Pavilion, the Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam offers a remarkable glimpse into the scientific heritage of the Islamic world. The museum was established in May 2008 by the renowned Islamic science historian Prof. Dr. Fuat Sezgin.
🧪 A Unique Collection of 570 Scientific Instruments
📐 Spanning over 3,500 square meters, the museum displays 570 tools, models, and reconstructions, arranged in a systematic and informative layout. It is considered the second museum of its kind in the world, following the original one in Frankfurt.
These pieces are the result of Prof. Sezgin’s years of dedicated academic research on Arabic-Islamic manuscripts, bringing to life a legacy of science that shaped civilizations.
🔬 Which Fields Are Represented?
The museum showcases innovations and contributions from various disciplines, including:
🌌 Astronomy
🗺️ Geography
🧭 Navigation
⏳ Time Measurement
📐 Geometry
🔭 Optics
🩺 Medicine
⚗️ Chemistry
🪨 Mineralogy
🌡️ Physics
🏛️ Architecture
⚔️ Military Technology
Each exhibit helps trace the evolution of scientific thought and highlights the Islamic world’s role in global scientific progress.
🎟️ Visitor Information
🕰️ Opening Hours: 09:00 – 17:30
📅 Open daily
💳 Museum Pass accepted
💶 Entrance Fee: €10 (Free with Museum Pass)
🚋 How to Get There
The museum is easy to reach from both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul:
🚉 Tram: Take the T1 Kabataş–Bağcılar line and get off at Gülhane Station
🚢 Ferries from the Asian side:
- Kadıköy – Eminönü
- Üsküdar – Eminönü
Then switch to the tram line for direct access.
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📸 Whether you're a science enthusiast or a curious traveler, this museum offers a fascinating journey through time, illuminating the golden age of Islamic science and its impact on the modern world.
