Istanbul, TURKEY 4K Walking Tour – Taksim Karaköy Galata and Sultanahmet – Türkiye
Hello everyone Today I will explore the historic center of Istanbul. Here is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. I will walk from Taksim Square to Sultanahmet District. Pass through İstiklal Cd, which is lined with many restaurants and fashion brand stores.
Go down Galip Dede Street, where there are shops on both sides of the street. I pass Galata Tower on the way. and go down Galip Dede street then go down the hill and admire the view from Galata Bridge. After crossing the Galata Bridge
I saw many seagulls and many boats in the Eminonu port. Enter the Sultanahmet district of the old city. Old street with trams passing by A place dotted with historical buildings Taksim Square
His was the place where facilities were built to distribute water from a source in the north of Istanbul to various parts of the city. Underground there are stations for the Istanbul metro line M2 and the underground cable car line F1. There is a nostalgic tram that runs along Istiklal Street.
The stylish red tram is popular with tourists. Istiklal Street is a popular street located between Tunel Square and Taksim Square in Beyoglu district. There are many restaurants, cafes, and fashion brand shops, and it is visited by many locals and tourists.
In 1990, with the opening of the service road, car traffic was prohibited and the road became completely pedestrian-only. The one on the right is French Consulate The building on the right is Akbank Sanat Kütüphane
This is an art center founded in 1993 by the Turkish bank Akbank. This art center is located in Beyoglu, Istanbul and hosts over 700 events each year. There are also many hotels around here can hear the tram bell ringing SEPHORA, a specialty store that sells French cosmetics and perfumes, is also located here.
Turkish multinational clothing company Koton There are global brand stores such as Adidas, Nike, U.S. Polo Assn, Mango, H&M, and Levi’s. Greek Consulate on the right Çiçek Pasajı A covered arcade with historic cafes, wine houses and restaurants, located between Istiklal and Sane streets. Galatasaray Lisesi tram stop
This area has the embassies of France, Greece, Malaysia, Russia, the Netherlands, Sweden, Croatia, Monaco, etc. The security seems to be good as there are police stationed everywhere. Go to the right is Sishane tram stop Galip Dede street The narrow road leading to Galata Tower There are many music stores, cafes, restaurants, etc.
This street also seems to be regulated for cars. Occasional scooters pass by, but it’s easy to walk. There are many musical instrument stores with a nice atmosphere. There are also many shops selling fruits and fresh fruit juices.
The cafe has a nice atmosphere and is definitely worth a stop if you’re tired of walking on the slopes. There are many people around here day and night. Galata tower A nine-story stone tower with a height of 66.9 meters.
Built in 1348 by the Byzantine Empire, it served as a watchtower, prison, and fire tower over the years. During the Ottoman period, the Galata Tower became part of the city’s defense system and was used as a prison for a time. Necatibey road This street is served by Istanbul’s T1 tram line.
Line T1 was the first tram in Istanbul, operating between Beyazit and Yusufpasa. In 2004, rolling stock on the T1 line was replaced by low-floor Bombardier Flexity Swift trams. Currently, Istanbul Tram Line T1 has 31 tram stops over a total length of – 19.3 kilometers and operates from 6am to midnight.
The tram line runs from the Baturar district in the northwest, to Zeytinburnu, then northeast, parallel to the coast of the Sea of Marmara, passing by the Byzantine walls of Topkapi, and heading east via Yusufpaşa/Aksaray. Passing the Grand Bazaar (Kapalicarış), head along Divanyor to He Sultanahmet, the historical center of Istanbul’s Old City. It is an important line that carries many people every day, as it is home to many historical buildings and is visited by many travelers.
Across the street (south side) is an area called Karakoy. A charming area near the harbour, with unique cafes and famous sweet shops mixed with bakeries and family-run shops. Around noon, you can see many people relaxing at cafes and restaurants along the street.
Near Karakoy is the Istanbul Museum of Contemporary Art, housed in a converted ship warehouse. Contemporary Turkish art and foreign art pieces are on display. This area is one of the oldest in Istanbul, and ferries depart from Karakoy Port to Kadikoy Port.
Can cross the Galata Bridge by tram, car or on foot in the area where Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia are located. Galata Tower, which we passed earlier, is also part of the Karakoy area.
And around here, There are hotels such as The Peninsula Istanbul, Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel, Pera Bosphorus Hotel, Pera Bosphorus Hotel, JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus, Root Karaköy, Opale Hotel, P. Galata Boutique Hotel, ADA Karaköy Boutique Hotel, Ferman Port Hotel – Special Category, The Haze Karaköy
There are these restaurants. F&B Culture, Guney Restaurant, Mürver Restaurant, Barnathan İstanbul, Paps Italian, Cafe Privato RestaurantSaltbae Burger Galata, Firuzende Galata There are stylish and delicious restaurants everywhere. Fast food such as Istanbul’s famous fish sandwiches are also delicious at restaurants around here. Go through the underpass and cross the road.
At the top of these stairs now I reach the Karakoy tram stop. you can hear the tram bell ringing This tram stop is located in the middle of the road. You can see Yeni Cami Mosque in the distance. That mosque is just across the Galata Bridge. It will be on the other side.
The name of this bay is Golden Horn Bay in English It is said that the name comes from the golden sunlight reflected on the water surface, giving it a golden appearance. In Turkish it is named Altın Boynuz
Galata Bridge has a total length of 490m and a width of 42m, and is constructed of two layers: an upper layer and a lower layer. There are many restaurants serving seafood in the lower part. From here you can see the old town including Rustem Pasha Camii, Topkapi Palace and Süleymaniye Camii.
The upper level of Galata Bridge has a road and sidewalk, and is also served by trams. On the bridge, many locals can be seen enjoying fishing in Golden Horn Bay from the sidewalk. There are so many people fishing from morning till night. Anglers say they can catch anchovies and small horse mackerel.
The lower level is lined with restaurants and cafes, making it very popular with tourists. The area around Galata Bridge is a busy area for maritime traffic, and there are many docks for ferries and large cruise ships. It is also the starting point for tours sailing through the Bosphorus.
The foot of the bridge was also a viewing point, and there were tourists enjoying the scenery and young people playing music. Many seagulls are flying cheerfully. It has the atmosphere of a port town. The next bridge a little further away from Galata Bridge is called Golden Horn Metro Bridge.
The Golden Horn Metro Bridge (Turkish: Haliç Metro Köprüsü) is a cable-stayed bridge on the Istanbul Metro’s M2 line. This bridge is located between Galata Bridge and Atatürk Bridge, about 200 meters east of Atatürk Bridge. The bridge connects Beyoğlu and Fatih on the European side of Istanbul.
The total length is 963 m. The length above the water surface is 460 m. The Golden Horn was once the center of warships and merchant shipping for the Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
Although attractive parks and promenades now line the coast and have been modernized, the atmosphere of historic buildings and cobblestone pavements is still preserved, and some parts have been recreated, demonstrating Istanbul’s high awareness of historic preservation. will soon reach the center of the bridge.
The central part of the bridge does not have a lower part to ensure the height necessary for ships to pass. There are stairs at the ends of the bridge and in the center that allow you to move up and down the floors. The mosque you can see on the right is Suleymaniye Mosque.
The beautiful Suleymaniye Mosque stands out and stands majestically on a hill overlooking the Golden Pavilion Bay in the Old City of Istanbul. This mosque was completed in 1557 and was built for Suleiman the Magnificent, who led the Ottoman Empire to its peak.
It was designed by Mimar Sinan, who is said to be the best architect in Turkish history and has created many world heritage sites. In Turkish it is called “SÜLEYMANİYE CAMİİ”. It is one of the largest mosque built in Istanbul during the Ottoman Empire. arrived at the central part of Galata Bridge.
You can see the Eminönü ferry terminal. and Topkapi Palace What you can see in the back is the Asian side. Uskudar district. T1line tram passes You can see the hill just came down from and you can see Galata Tower. beautiful. Yeni Cami
This mosque is characterized by its beautiful architecture, with a minaret that stretches straight into the sky and a dome-shaped roof. Here is Eminonu. lively area with ships and people coming and going. Yeni Camii looks even more divine when lit up at night.
The interior of the mosque is a large, cosmic space with a large dome and half-domes on all sides that span like a membrane.
Initially, construction began as “Valide Sultan Camii,” or “Mother Mosque,” but due to its complicated history, it was renamed to “Yeni Valide Sultan Camii.” It was completed as the “New Mother’s Mosque”, and is now affectionately known as “Yeni Camii.”
Overlooking this area is the Suleymaniye Mosque, which we saw earlier from Galata Bridge. There is also his 16th century Rustempasha Mosque, famous for its Iznik tiles. Behind Yeni Cami is the Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), filled with stalls piled high with fruits, teas and spices.
The adjacent Grand Bazaar is filled with colorful rugs, fabrics, lamps and jewelry. There is a public WC under Galata Bridge. As far as I know, many of the public WCs in Istanbul use the Istanbul Card to enter. It is used in the same way as passing through a ticket gate at a station.
The Istanbul Card can be used to ride trams, metros, buses, cable cars, etc. There are card vending machines at each station. You can also use the bending machine to top up your cards. The lights of the many restaurants below Galata Bridge are shining.
At the kiosks around here, I saw many set menus of fish sandwiches and soft drinks. Roasted corn is also sold at the stall. There are excursion boats that go from Eminonu to 15 Temmuz Şehitler Bridge (Bosphorus Bridge) on the Bosphorus and return.
This area has a beautiful view and is a place for many people to relax. Around here you can smell the aroma of mackerel sandwiches. There are also many shops selling fresh fruit juice. You can also buy fruit salad directly. Beautiful views of Karakoy and 15 Temmuz Sehitler Bridge (Bosphorus Bridge)
Galata Tower, Galata Bridge Sirkeci Car ferries depart and arrive at Mudanya in Bursa province. Cross this three-way intersection and enter Ankara Rd. On the left is Sirkeci Park Istanbul Railway Museum This is a small museum with free admission, but it exhibits the history of Turkish Railways and sells related goods.
Before Marmaray opened in 2013, it was a terminal station for Turkish National Railways on the European side. International trains, domestic trains, and suburban trains departed from this station, which was completed as the terminal station for the Orient Express.
This beautiful area has many restaurants, cafes, and hotels, and is always visited by many tourists. Gülhane tram stop passing through the ramparts on the left, there is Gulhane Park. Access to Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam and Gülhane Park Cistern
This area of Sultanahmet has convenient accommodations for all price ranges. The entire area is historic and the scale is large, and can feel for yourself why Istanbul is so popular as a tourist destination. FSMVÜ Güzel Sanatlar Fakültesi The Empress Theodora Hotel
The entrance to Gülhane Park is on the left. You can visit The Museum of the Ancient Orient,Istanbul Archaeological Museums. On the right is Zeynep Sultan Mosque It is a mosque built in 1769 by Mehmet Tahir Ağa, the architect of Ayazma Mosque, for Zeynep Sultan, the daughter of King Ahmet III. Basilica Cistern entrance
Yerebatan Sarayi is the largest and Called Yerebatan Sarayi, which means “underground palace” in Turkish, it is the largest and most spectacular reservoir in Istanbul.
The water tank is a rectangular space 138 m long and 65 m wide, 9 m high, and has 28 columns of 12 columns per row, for a total of 336 marble columns, and can store 78,000 m3 of water.
It was also the setting for the 007 movie series “From Russia with Love” and, in recent years, “Inferno.” It is famous for its stone foundation of Medusa’s Head, a Roman masterpiece, and is a tourist attraction. As you can see, there are a lot of people lined up waiting to enter. Hagia Sophia(Ayasofya Camii)
It was once used as a Christian cathedral, but during the Ottoman Empire, a minaret was added and the structure was transformed into an Islamic mosque. A mosque in Istanbul, Republic of Turkey. It was a museum until July 2020.
Hagia Sophia was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 as one of the “Historic Areas of Istanbul”. The current Hagia Sophia was built on December 27, 537 AD.
Since then, it has played an important role as the main cathedral of the Christian nation of the Byzantine Empire, serving as a venue for ceremonies such as masses, coronations, and triumphal returns, and as a place for conferences.
After Constantinople fell into Ottoman hands on May 29, 1453. This Hagia Sophia was converted into a mosque. It has been open to the public as a museum since 1935. As of 2024, it is now a mosque, and tourists can only enter the second floor.
From January 15, 2024, an entrance fee will be collected for tourists, priced at 25 euros. Of course, Muslims who come to pray can enter the first floor and pray for free. Sultan Ahmet Park Hurrem Sultan Hammam Hagia Sophia Hurrem Sultan Baths is a 16th century Turkish bathhouse located in Istanbul, Turkey.
Enjoy a bubble massage in a traditional Turkish steam bath Sultanahmet Camii (The Blue Mosque) Sultanahmet Camii consists of a large dome with a diameter of 27.5 meters, four sub-domes, and 30 smaller domes.The exterior, made of marble and tiles, is not extravagant, but it has an overwhelming sense of austerity and solidity. It’s brewing.
It was built by Sultan Ahmed I, the 14th generation of the Ottoman Empire, over a period of seven years from 1609 to 1616 AD.
The interior walls are covered with 21,043 blue tiles made in Iznik from the end of the 16th century to the beginning of the 17th century, and due to their splendor, it is affectionately known as the “Blue Mosque.”
The tiles on the lower floor of Sultanahmet Mosque have 50 types of tulip designs painted on a white background.
The tiles on the walls of the upper gallery floor are white with delicate designs of natural plants such as cypress, tulips, hyacinths, pomegranate flowers, rum, and bunches of grapes, with blue as the base color, but in varying colors.
There are over 200 bright stained glass windows that decorate the mosque, mysteriously letting natural light into the mosque. In the summer, a sound and light show is held, and you can enjoy the fantastically lit-up view at night. When you look through the camera, it looks like it’s glowing a light pink color.
However, it actually looked more like a light blue color. Many people come even at around 7:30pm. Actually, I visited here this morning, and I was drawn to the sacred atmosphere and the beauty of the changing colors every time I looked at it.
Non-Muslim tourists who wish to enter the mosque can enter for free several times a day, so please check the official local information for times. Thank you for watching my Istanbul walk. See you on the next walk.
Asia and the European continent. Istanbul is a historical city that straddles two continents.
Istanbul is the largest city in the Republic of Turkey and a popular tourist destination that attracts many people from all over the world.
This walking video was shot in the World Heritage Site of Istanbul Historical district from dusk to night in February.
I started walking Istanbul from Taksim. From the square overlooking the beautiful Taksim Mosque, walk down downtown İstiklal Street. It is a nostalgic street with red trams and the sound of bells.
The cobblestone streets of Galip Dede and Yüksek Kaldırım are picturesque streets dominated by the Galata Tower that One of Istanbul’s historical symbols.
Further down the slope, you will arrive at Galata Bridge. Many people are fishing on the bridge. It’s a beautiful view no matter when you come. Around Galata Bridge is also one of the scenic spots in Istanbul.
Ferries leave from Eminönü in all directions. It’s a vibrant place for tourists and citizens to get on and off.
After passing through the beautiful harbor and passing Sirkeci Marmaray Station, you enter the old town with its curves and slopes. As you climb the slope, Hagia Sophia will appear on your left, and The Blue Mosque will be on your left.
– Video Chapters –
00:00 Intro
02:57 İstiklal Cd
21:10 Galip Dede Cd
25:00 Yüksek Kaldırım Cd
29:10 Kemeraltı Cd
33:35 Galata Bridge
45:00 Eminönü
53:09 Ankara Cd
56:00 Muradiye Cd
57:24 Hüdavendigar Cd
01:07:20 Hagia Sophia(Ayasofya Camii)
01:10:00 The Blue Mosque(Sultanahmet Camii)
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