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Location: Cihangir (Firuzağa), Taksim, Istanbul
Nearest Places: Istiklal Street , Taksim Square, Firuzağa Mosque, Tophane, Galata
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SURROUNDINGS AND SETTINGS
The Old town

Beyoglu (Pera) and Cihangir are one of the oldest districts of Istanbul . There are plenty of historical buildings, churches, mosques, synagogues, and old embassy buildings in this neighbourhood, a neighbourhood which has been associated with the foreigners living in the city for many centuries. The Galata Tower, Firuzağa Mosque, Galata Mevlevihanesi (the lodge used by Whirling Mevlevi Dervishes / Sufis) and the Tophane Cannon Foundry are only a few that are not more than 5-20 minutes walk from the apartment.

From our apartment, one can also reach the Sultanahmet area (where the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque are located) in ca. 20 minutes using the new tram line from Tophane, though some of our guests prefer to wander to Sultanahmet via Karakoy, the Galata Bridge and Eminönü where the Egyptian Spice Market is located.
The Dolmabahce Palace is another historical sight that one can reach either on foot or by the tram from Tophane.
Downtown (Shopping & Entertainment)

The apartment is less than 10 minutes walk from Istiklal Street and 10 minutes walk from Taksim Square, which can be considered the heart of Istanbul, where the major culture & art centres, theatre and movie halls are located, with many charming cafes, restaurants, and stores...By staying in a building located in a residential street of Beyoglu, you can easily join in the night life of Istanbul whilst avoiding the noise and crowds.

Metro City , Kanyon and Cevahir shopping malls are within 10-15 minutes from Taksim square using the new metro line .
Coast & Boats
20 minutes walk from our apartment will take you to the Karakoy Port where boats leave to the Kadıköy and Üsküdar districts on the Asian shore of Istanbul . It is also very easy to go by tram from Karaköy or funicular from Taksim to the fast ferry port in Kabatas to reach the Princes' Islands . Please go to www.ido.com.tr
Medical Facilities
Some hospitals in the neighbourhood are Italian Hospital (Private) , Taksim State Hospital (Public) and the German Hospital (Private).
Parks
Taksim Cruising Park, Tophane Tea Gardens and Fındıklı Coast
Public Transportation
A variety of public transportation services are available at Taksim Square and Karakoy.
WALKING & DRIVING DISTANCES
WALKING DISTANCES |
DRIVING DISTANCES |
to the coast |
15 mins |
to the Istanbul Ataturk Airport |
30 mins |
to the shops |
5 mins |
to the train station on the European side of Istanbul |
15 mins |
to the Taksim Square |
10 mins |
to the Esenler Bus Station |
30 mins |
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