Story and significance
About
This is the historic Ottoman mansion in Tekirdağ where Francis II Rákóczi, the leader of the Hungarian independence movement, lived in exile, now serving as a museum.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
The Rakoczi Museum is the house where the Hungarian Prince Francis II Rákóczi resided within the borders of Tekirdağ between 1720 and 1735. The building was purchased by the Hungarian government, restored to its original state, and opened to visitors in 1968. It stands as the most concrete example of deep-rooted diplomatic and cultural ties between Türkiye and Hungary. You can check the Map tab to find its exact location.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Museum
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Historic sites
Namık Kemal House
Built in memory of the famous patriotic poet Namık Kemal in Tekirdağ , this museum house successfully reflects 19th-century traditional Ottoman architecture.
Historic sites
Rustem Pasha Mosque and Complex
Commissioned by Grand Vizier Rustem Pasha to Mimar Sinan, this is the most magnificent Ottoman period religious and social complex in the center of Tekirdağ .