Perhaps the reason the island of Heybeliada is internationally known is the controversy surrounding Halki Seminary (Θεολογική Σχολή Χάλκης), which sits on a hill just above town. It’s the main school of theology for the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.
Heybeliada is the second biggest of the Princes’ Islands in Istanbul. It makes for a nice, relaxing day trip from the bustling and chaotic mainland.
Beykoz is a pleasant village on the Asian side of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, located in the district of the same name. It’s a nice place to spend some time.
Sarıyer is a village on the European side of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey. It lies in the Sarıyer district between Büyükdere and Rumeli Kavağı.
Tarlabaşı is a neighborhood in Istanbul west of Istiklal Street. It’s the most diverse area in the city as well as a notorious slum.
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 and is often skipped over by visitors to the city.
Büyükdere is a village on the European side of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey. It’s located in the Sarıyer district just west of central Sarıyer.
Tarabya is a scenic village on the European side of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey. It’s located in the Sarıyer district.
Yeniköy is an affluent neighborhood and one of the most fascinating places on the European side of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey. It’s located in the Sarıyer district just north of İstinye.