Anatolian fortress (Anadoluhisari) is a small fortress located in the Asian side of Istanbul on the Bosporus Strait, just opposite Anadoluhisari, near the town of Asamati, where there were Byzantine prison. This fortress is considered the oldest monument of Ottoman architecture in Istanbul. To the North of the fortress is the viaduct Sultan Ave Fatiha.

Built Anadoluhisari on the initiative of Sultan Bayezid the First during one of the sieges of the city in 1393 and was intended for the siege of Constantinople. The fortress is situated on an area of 7000 square meters at the narrowest point of the Bosphorus (only 660 metres wide). Later Anatolian fortress was reinforced by Sultan Mehmed II, who made the decision to block the Bosphorus and thereby block Constantinople from the North. In 1452, the opposite Anadoluhisari built a new Rumelihisari fortress, and all ocean shipments through the Bosporus Strait after this it was under the absolute control of the Ottoman Empire. The Bosphorus was especially important for the Genoese in Galata, who were allies of the Byzantines and had colonies on the Black sea, such as Caffa, Sinop and Amasra.

Also Anatolian fortress was also used as an observation post. Around the fortress was built three watchtowers. Because of these changes it has not retained its original appearance. With the fall of Constantinople, the fortress turned into a prison.

Originally the fortress was called "Guzelce Hisar" and was really close to the foreshore. Her dimensions were a little smaller than the Rumeli fortress on the opposite Bank. The construction of the fortress widely developed and strongly distanced her from the sea. Around the fortress there is a large number of summer villas, which belonged to prominent statesmen and military officials of the Ottoman Empire. In the next part of the Bosphorus, mainly located modern residential areas and fishing villages where you can eat fresh fish and other marine products. By the way, the Goksu river and Kucuksu flowing nearby, Westerners referred to as the "Sweet Waters of Asia".

Every detail of this magnificent building shakes his highest craftsmanship and elegance. To the fortress, you can go through the entrance near the roadway. The main entrance leads to the beautiful garden through which tourists and visitors can get into a spacious hall, and then into the living room, where before was only. The Grand staircase is a magnificent and truly spectacular. Nearby is a large kitchen, which adjoins a lovely dining room and bar, perfectly suitable for dinner parties or parties in a refined atmosphere. Stunning views from the living room on the ground floor on the waters of the Bosphorus. All Windows are framed with beautiful wood shutters. Amazingly spacious bedroom complement two dressing rooms (male and female), and a bathroom. Located to the right of the stairs are two more bedrooms also affect its size. Apartment last floor is a spacious Studio rooms, which have their own bathroom, living room and kitchen. Not be amiss to note the fact that all the bedrooms also facing the Bosphorus. The basement was equipped specifically for entertainment and relaxation. There are games rooms and a massive pool table. From this room you can get into a cozy home theatre. On the right side of the stairs is the Laundry and bathroom Central heating. There is also a bathroom and a small kitchen.

The unique location in the heart of the Bosphorus and a truly Royal luxury of this Palace makes this place valuable discovery for even the most demanding tourists. In 1991-1993, the fortress was restored and converted into a Museum, closed to the public.