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Santral Istanbul

Santral or Santrallstanbul is situated in the Golden Horn, Eyup district within the campus of Istanbul Bilgi University. An energy museum the complex also has concert halls, an amphitheater, and a public library, making it an educational, cultural, and art hub. There are also interactive exhibits and games on both the floors of the energy museum. Santral means power station in Turkish. And the Silahtaraga Power Station located here was the first power plant that was built during the Ottoman Empire. However, it supplied electric power to the city, until 1983. Today the Modern art museum that is constructed on the foundations of the two old power plants displays types of art, including digital, photographs, installations, and more. Yet, the old power station remains an alluring attraction for visitors, who are impressed with the machinery and magnitude of the plant. One can also take a stroll in the university campus or enjoy some refreshments at the cafes within the complex. Read More

Sent Antuan Kilisesi or St. Anthony of Padua Church is a basilica and church located in the Beyoğlu district. It is the largest Roman Catholic church in Istanbul and one of the three Levantine parishes in the area. It is famous for its unique architecture, which includes a gilded wooden statue of St. Anthony by Luigi Bresciani and mosaics depicting the Baptism of the Lord. It was opened in 1912 to serve the Italian community and is run by Italian priests today. The combination of Italian, Polish, English and Turkish masses on different days provide an enriching religious experience to visitors. Read More

St.George's Cathedral Istanbul

St.George's Cathedral is an Eastern Orthodox church situated in Fener in the Fatih district of Istanbul. Commonly known as Patriarchal Church of the Great Myrrh, it was constructed as a dedication to the Christian martyr, Saint George. It has been the seat of Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople since 1600 and though it is a relatively smaller church, it is in no way lacking beauty and grandeur. The interior of the church house a fragment of the Pillar of the Flagellation. The church has been damaged several times while also enduring a terrorist attack in 1997. Hardly any parts of the original structure remain due to the multiple renovations over the years but that has not deterred the exemplary magnificence of the structure which is still a common place of pilgrimage for many. Read More

The Tiled Kiosk Museum or Glazed Kiosk is located within the outer walls of the Topkapı Palace near Gülhane Park in Istanbul, Turkey. It is a museum that is currently home to about 2,000 artefacts including tiles and ceramicware from the Seljuk and Ottoman periods, divided into 6 rooms. It is the oldest of the 3 museums within the Istanbul Archaeological Museum complex. Some of the items here are slip casted artefacts from Miletus as well as artefacts made in İznik, Kütahya and Çanakkale. The structure has a Greek cross-shaped ground plan (which represents the four corners of the world and the universal authority of the Sultan) and is divided into two floors, of which only the first floor is visible from the main entrance. Built in the 15th century by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II as a kiosk, it stands as a testament to Civic Ottoman architecture. The entrance, which has been decorated with mosaic tiles, features a marble arcade with 14 columns. Read More

On the Haramidere E-5 expressway, between Beylikdüzü and Avclar, one of Istanbul's burgeoning neighborhoods, sits the Torium Shopping Center. With 180 stores carrying renowned brands, Torium Shopping Mall brings you to the heart of entertainment by hosting campaigns, events, and competitions that will make shopping more enjoyable. With 11 movie screening halls and entertainment areas, you will surely have the time of your life at this plaza.

Ural Ataman Classic Car Museum is a private vintage-car museum located in the Sarıyer district of Istanbul. It houses over 60 classic cars, trucks and motorcycles from the 1920s to the 1970s. Some of the famous ones here are a 1952 Jaguar XK120 Roadster, a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette, a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing, a 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible, and a 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. The museum is divided into 2 sections with the first section featuring vintage American cars and motorbikes, fire trucks and military vehicles. The second section exhibits European models alongside a well re-created European bar, a small library and a model race track. There is also a 50s style diner at the museum. Read More

Vialand Shopping Mall is a modern indoor-outdoor mall with affluent brands, a casual dining restaurant, and a theme park. The amusement Park is a 120,000 sq m establishment inside of the plaza, perfect for all ages. The fourth-best roller coaster in the world, Nefeskesen (LSM Thrill), which speeds to 110 km/h in 3 seconds, and the magnificent castle at Isfanbul Theme Park welcome visitors. Isfanbul, which was constructed across a total area of 600,000 sq m, stands out for its unique architecture and variety of retail stores. Unlike conventional malls, Isfanbul offers more than 200 brands, across three-story open- and closed- shopping streets, and a retro tramway. Vialand mall also features bowling alleys, modern movie theaters, and 8,000 vehicle parking lots. Read More

Vialand, also known as Isfanbul Theme Park, is Turkey’s first mega theme park with exciting rides and shopping outlets. Located in the Eyüp district, it sprawls across 600 square metres and houses Nefeskesen, the 4th biggest rollercoaster in the world. It also houses an exhibition centre, a shopping complex, eateries and a luxury hotel. Suitable for all age groups, Vialand amusement park has fun options for all, with more than 50 attractions. Popular rides for adventure junkies include Viking, The Justice Tower and Crazy River, with plenty of choices for young kids such as the Carousel and the Crowd Express. Read More

Viaport Asia is an Outlet Shopping mall housing over 250 stores, a cinema, bowling and more entertainment options. Built over a total of 365 thousand m2 space, the Viaport Asia Outlet in Istanbul is located at Viaport Asia, the Bedesten (Covered Bazaar). The mall has an 'outlet' based concept, offering the best prices to shoppers across sever in-house and international brands. The mall has been designed in a street concept with its outdoor architecture; Viaport Asia Outlet has been chosen as Turkey's most successful mall investment due to its architecture and location. Read More

Located in Barbaros, Watergarden AVM is a picturesque shopping center with restaurants, stores, and a big pool with extravagant fountain shows. Many events are hosted around the lavish pool in the plaza, ranging from global and Turkish feats, restaurants that cater to different palates, kids' playgrounds, and event spaces that organize various events.