The lantern / the axe
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.
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.