Istanbul Modern
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Istanbul Modern Art Museum (Turkish: İstanbul Modern Sanat Müzesi), usually just called İstanbul Modern, is a museum for contemporary art in Istanbul, Turkey, inaugurated in 2004.
The museum, located in a converted warehouse in the Tophane district on the Bosphorus, is the first of its kind in Turkey. It is easily reached by the city's tram system.
Istanbul Modern has exhibitions on two floors. The museum's permanent exhibition is, along with the shop and the restaurant, located on the top floor. The changing exhibitions are located on the lower floor, along with the cinema and library.
The permanent collection as well as temporary exhibits showcase many of the most famous Turkish Painters (List of Turkish painters).
The museum also has an extensive library and a full-service restaurant.
Museum Hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 10.00 - 18.00 Thursday: 10.00 - 20.00 Closed on Mondays. Free Admission on Thursdays.
Admission: Regular: 7 YTL Discounted: 3 YTL
Discounts: Groups (20 or more people) Free admission for under 12, members, and disabled visitors.
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