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A map of Istanbul, 1911. The architecture of Istanbul describes a large mixture of structures which reflect the many influences that have made an indelible mark in all districts of the city. The ancient part of the city (the historic peninsula) is still partially surrounded by the Walls of Constantinople , erected in the 5th century by Emperor ...
List of Byzantine monuments in Istanbul (historic Constantinople). This list is not complete. (By alphabetical order) A Atik Mustafa Pasha Mosque; B Basilica Cistern;
Air pollution in Turkey, such as fine dust from traffic, is a serious problem in Istanbul. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] Although the historic peninsula was partially pedestrianised in the early 21st century, [ 3 ] a 2015 study found that this is the part of the city which would benefit most from a low emission zone . [ 4 ]
Istanbul is primarily known for its Byzantine and Ottoman architecture. Despite its development as a Turkish city since 1923, it contains many ancient, Roman, Byzantine, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish monuments.
The architects of the palace were Alaüddin and Davud Ağa. A great fire occurred within the palace on 24 July 1665. Aynalıkavak Palace [n 1] The palace is also called Tersane Palace (Shipyard Palace) though it has been referred to as “Aynalikavak Palace” since the 17th century. [3] 1613–1614 [4] Ahmed I: Sultan Ibrahim was born in the ...
İstiklal Avenue once again became the center for fine arts and leisure in Istanbul and real estate prices skyrocketed. Numerous new art galleries, bookstores, cafés, pubs, restaurants, shops and hotels were opened in and around the street, and venues around it became the host to many international art festivals, such as the annual Istanbul ...
5.1.1 Architecture of Istanbul. 5.1.2 Music of Istanbul. 5.1.3 Visual arts of Istanbul. 5.2 Religion in Istanbul. 5.3 Sports in Istanbul. 6 Economy and infrastructure ...
From left to right: The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Seraglio Point consisting of the Topkapı Palace and the Sea Walls, and the Galata Tower at far right, across the Golden Horn