Ayakapı is a small neighborhood on the southern shore of the Golden Horn in Istanbul. It’s located in the Fatih district between Fener and Cibali.
The Bulgarian Church of St. Stephen, on the shores of the Golden Horn in Fener, is one of the most interesting churches in Istanbul.
The Church of St. George (Καθεδρικός ναός του Αγίου Γεωργίου / Aya Yorgi Kilisesi) has been the seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople since 1600. It’s located in the Fener neighborhood of Istanbul.
Busy Aksaray isn’t my favorite area of Istanbul. While it’s not dangerous, this neighborhood in the Fatih district does have a seedy reputation.
Zeyrek is one of the most interesting neighborhoods in Istanbul. It’s located in the Fatih district and contains some important Byzantine structures.
The Zeyrek Mosque (Zeyrek Camii) is one of the most important remaining Byzantine structures in Istanbul. This entry covers the building’s features.
The Zeyrek Mosque (Zeyrek Camii) is one of the most important remaining Byzantine structures in Istanbul. This entry covers the building’s history.
Cibali is a neighborhood on the southern shore of the Golden Horn in Istanbul. It’s located in the Fatih district between Ayakapı and Unkapanı, and sits opposite Kasımpaşa.
Tahtakale is a small neighborhood just south of Eminönü Square. It’s one of the oldest areas of Istanbul and a great place for an authentic local experience.