Sait Halim Pasha Mansion is one of Istanbul’s most popular event venues, offering an exclusive and professional service for all kinds of organizations from conferences to weddings to gala dinners. Set on the waterfront of Istanbul, this 19th-century mansion unites history and unrivaled view with an exceptional service, turning every social occasion into a unique experience. Named after a former Ottoman Grand Vizier and the grandson of Muhammed Ali Pasha of Egypt, Sait Halim Pasha Mansion was built in 1863 in Istanbul. Still impressive among the best kept of the empire-style mansions, the building, also known as the “Mansion of the Lions” stands as a memorial to late Ottoman taste. With its 11 indoor and 2 outdoor function areas, the mansion has a capacity of 1.600 and 800 guests for cocktail and banquet respectively, and the two nostalgically decorated honeymoon suites can accommodate two couples a night. With its professional sales and F&B teams the mansion has been hosting well-known brands and esteemed guests since 2005. As the winner of ACE of M.I.C.E. 2016 Best Wedding Venue, it is also the preferred choice of engaged couples worldwide. In addition to banquets and meetings, Sait Halim Pasha Mansion organizes public events year round from Sunday jazz concerts with breakfast to outdoor cinemas in the summer to "iftar" dinners in the Ramadan.