The lantern / the axe

This neighborhood, notable for its colorful buildings and concept cafes, is also an old Jewish neighborhood. But in 1950, most of the Jews emigrated and the neighborhood remained with its current owners.

The lantern / the axe

This neighborhood, notable for its colorful buildings and concept cafes, is also an old Jewish neighborhood. But in 1950, most of the Jews emigrated and the neighborhood remained with its current owners.

The Roman Patriarchate of the Lighthouse (Aya Yorgi Church)
The Roman Patriarchate of the Lighthouse (Aya Yorgi Church)

In the church, which has been the center of Orthodoxy since the 6th century, the stone on which Christ's Christ ...

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Church of St. Stephen (Bulgarian Church)
Church of St. Stephen (Bulgarian Church)

The construction of the church, also known as the Iron Church, dates back 120 years. The entire exterior of the ...

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The Lighthouse Rum Boys High School
The Lighthouse Rum Boys High School

After the conquest of Istanbul, Byzantine rulers and merchants left the city. Fatih Sultan Mehmet later issued a decree calling ...

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Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The structure, which is an Orthodox church, is the only Byzantine church that was not converted into a mosque after ...

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The Mosque of Ferruh Kethüda
The Mosque of Ferruh Kethüda

Ferruh Kethüda Mosque is an important religious building located in the historical Fatih district of Istanbul. This mosque was built ...

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The synagogue of Ahrida
The synagogue of Ahrida

The synagogue, which has the distinction of being the largest synagogue in Istanbul, was built in the 15th century. It ...

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The Saint Jabir Mosque
The Saint Jabir Mosque

In the historic atmosphere of Istanbul, on the peaceful shores of the Bosphorus, The Saint Jabir Mosque offers a journey ...

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Cafer bin Abdullah al Ansari Tomb and Mosque
Cafer bin Abdullah al Ansari Tomb and Mosque

Jafar bin Abdullah al Ansari Tomb and Mosque represents a spiritual focus for Muslims. The soul of Jafar bin Abdullah ...

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It 's the Balat Couple Market
It 's the Balat Couple Market

Balat Çifit Market is one of the oldest markets in Istanbul. Although the word couplet is used today to mean ...

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Staircase slope and historic balcony houses
Staircase slope and historic balcony houses

Balat is known for its colorful houses and steep slope, which has become one of the most popular places for ...

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Although Balat has become quite famous in recent years thanks to social media, it is actually a neighborhood with a very ancient history. This neighborhood, notable for its colorful buildings and concept cafes, is also an old Jewish neighborhood. But in 1950, most of the Jews emigrated and the neighborhood remained with its current owners.

The lighthouse next to it is an old Greek neighborhood. The Greek Patriarchate in the neighborhood is a historic synagogue of great importance to Christians.

The best activity to do in Fener and Balat may be to sit in vintage cafes and drink tea and coffee. Also, antique shops are another attraction in these neighborhoods. On the Lantern and Balat route, where you can see many churches and synagogues, you will also see traces of Istanbul's pre-Ottoman times.