Arnavutkoy
This part of Istanbul is an eclectic mixture of the old and the new. Steeped in history with its stucco fronted (art nouveu) mansions that used to belong to the wealthy residents dating back to the Ottomans, still holds its grace and elegance of the old days except now the place is buzzing with the mixture of the old and the new.
Europe Meets Asia-The Bosporus
Many would argue that what makes Istanbul is the famous Bosporus that divides Europe with Asia and the Marmara Sea to the Black Sea. This narrow straight of water makes Istanbul the only city on two continents. It is Istanbul’s jewel in the crown. Everything that it has to offer from the Dolmbahce palace to Ciragan Palace Hotel as well the iconic old villas known as (Yali) where the old Ottoman aristocracy lived are on full view.
Bebek Park
One of the first things I noticed when I moved to Istanbul from London was just how few parks there were here, well finding Bebek Park changed all that. It has everything you look for and more. Located next to the Bosporus with overwhelming views, it has a tea room with snacks, a playground for the kids, clean WC facilities and even a play area for your canine friends! There is also an exercise area for the adults, and what better way to work out than in fresh air for free?
