BEYOGLU is a region located on the European side of Istanbul, Turkey,
by the Golden Horn. It was called Pera (means “Across” in Greek) during
the Middle Era, and the name remained in frequent use until the early
20th century and the founding of the Turkish Republic.
The most favorite sightseeing route for tourists is modern Beyoglu or
Pera area, placed in Taksim, which actually wields a whole number of
historical significance points from historical buildings, churches, old
Ottoman hans, charming arcades, to bazaars and fine restaurants, all
easily accessible in the same area over a couple of hours, depending on
what your interest is.
The main road is İstiklâl Caddesi, running into the environs from
Taksim Square, is a 1 mile (1.6 km) street of not only shops,
restaurants,
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pubs, clubs, wine houses for pedestrians but also cinemas, bookstores,
theatres and art galleries. Some parts of İstiklâl have a 19th-century
metropolitan character and there are Neoclassical and Art Nouveau
buildings along the avenue. The nostalgic tram runs between Taksim
Square and Tünel on Istiklal Avenue was also renewed at the beginning of
1990s with the aim of vitalizing the historic atmosphere of the region.
The ones who visit the Istanbul Yeditepe district will certainly walk
through Istiklal Street, Taksim Square and Galata Tower which are
located in Beyoglu, the heart of culture, entertainment and art. Every
street has a special and matchless story. Although the time passes
rapidly, Beyoğlu is still famous with its shops, old book shops, hotels,
cinemas, restaurants and urban areas. Actually, its old apartments
generally are not noticed by people. They have unique and unusual
architectural designs that are not well known. However some of these
buildings are still occupied by regular inhabitants, most of these
buildings are neglected.
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