The Pera Palace Hotel, situated in the vibrant district of Beyoğlu in Istanbul, stands as a
testament to the city’s rich cultural tapestry and historical grandeur. The hotel, established in
1892, was originally built to accommodate passengers of the famous Orient Express, which
linked Paris to Istanbul. Why is this hotel so significant to Istanbul? Who stayed at the hotel?
And what is being done to preserve the legacy? Today we answer those questions and
more!