Istanbul is one of the most attractive cities in Turkey, as it contains many places that suit all tourists, from popular markets to museums and green parks and many distinctive places and entertainment centers on the Asian side of the city.
The city of Istanbul from the Asian side is known for having a lot of entertainment places that attract locals and tourists alike, the following are some of the most important entertainment places on the Asian side of Istanbul
Camlica Buyuk Tepesi
Camlica Buyuk Tepesi (Brides Hill) is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Istanbul, and it is one of the most famous and highest hills of Istanbul, known as the (Çamlıca)” Hill, or the so-called Arabic Hill of Brides, The Hill overlooks most of the European parts of Istanbul, and there are a number of cafes, restaurants, and restrooms to receive visitors and tourists, where today it has become an important landmark and shrine for them and popular as well for brides in wedding suits, they go to this hill, to take professional photo sessions, with their loved ones, to remain a long living memory.Nakkastepe
Nakashtepe in the Uskudar area is one of the most beautiful places in Asian Istanbul and one of the most famous parks in Istanbul, offering stunning views of the city and the Bosphorus, where you can enjoy a lot of different activities such as zip line, some fun games, barbecues and places for children’s games.
Haydarpasa
Haydarpasa Railway Station in the Kadikoy area is one of the largest and oldest railway stations in Istanbul overlooking the sea. It was established as the main station on the Hejaz line in 1906 during the reign of Sultan Abdul Hamid II. It was named in memory of one of the brave commanders during the reign of Sultan Selim III, and became a focal point between Baghdad and Istanbul.
Kiz Kulesi
If you are visiting Istanbul you should visit the Maiden Tower on the Asian side of Istanbul, specifically the coast of the Uskudar region, which is an important tourist attraction, the Maiden Tower dates back to the Greek era, a small tower located in a small island at the southern entrance to the Bosphorus, about 200 meters from the Uskudar coast in Istanbul.
Luna Park Bostancı
Luna Park is one of the best amusement parks in Istanbul for many local families and foreign visitors.
One of the most beautiful parks in Istanbul offers a medium range of games for an atmosphere of fun and entertainment for all family members of all ages, especially children, and it is only 10 minutes from the Bostanci Metro and bus station, there is also a circus and a theater with continuous performances and performers come to it from all over the world.
Bagdat Street
One of the most famous streets on the Asian side of Istanbul, it connects Kadikoy area with Maltepe area, 14 km away, almost parallel to the coast of the Marmara Sea.
Baghdad Street is no less important than Istiklal Street on the European side of Istanbul, dating back to the Ottoman era, connecting Constantinople with Anatolia. The street was used for commercial and military purposes and was named after Sultan Murad IV, who took control of Baghdad in 1638.
Baghdad Street flourished during the reign of Sultan Abdul Hamid II and became a major Housing Center for the wealthy, and the pashas of that period and senior statesmen raced to buy land in the Kadikoy area to build their houses and palaces next to the Sultan’s Palace to get closer to him.
But now it is an important tourist destination because of its famous international brands of clothing, restaurants, jewelry, and entertainment venues, Baghdad street is still the residence of the wealthy in Istanbul and a very upscale area and once you walk around it, you will feel happy and cheerful.
Beykoz Kundura
This historic factory-turned-to-be cultural center is located in the Beykoz district of Istanbul and hosts a variety of events, including film screenings, concerts, and art exhibitions. It is a great place to explore Istanbul’s cultural heritage and experience its contemporary art scene.
Camlica Mosque
On May 3, 2019, the city of Istanbul witnessed the opening of the Camlica mosque in Uskudar area, the largest mosque in Turkey, located on the Asian side of Istanbul, overlooking the Bosphorus Strait.
Constructed on an area of 15,000 square meters, this mosque can accommodate up to 63,000 worshippers at a time, the mosque has six minarets, four of which are 107.1 meters long, 90 meters long, and a dome 72 meters high and 34 meters in diameter.
The largest mosque in Turkey also includes a conference hall, the Museum of Turkish Islamic Antiquities, a public library, an art gallery, and a parking area, and there are gardens around the mosque so that visitors can stroll there and enjoy the views of Istanbul, which is one of the most beautiful views of Istanbul, overlooking the Asian and European sides of the city, as well as the sea of Marmara.
Yoros Citadel
The Yoros Citadel is one of the most important historical castles in Turkey, and it is one of the most famous sights on the Asian side of Istanbul. It looks like a majestic mountain guarding the city at the entrance to the Bosphorus.
Historically, the history of the Fortress dates back to the Roman Empire, and although many of its towers were subjected to some factors of collapse, they have withstood until this time, and the name of this fortress is of Greek origin, the word Yoros means nature, it has a length of 500 meters and consists of several towers of different lengths.
In addition to these entertainment venues, there are also many parks, shopping malls, and restaurants all over the Asian side of Istanbul, and whether you are interested in art, music, sports or just exploring the city, you can have fun in this beautiful city.
This is a collection of entertainment places on the Asian side of Istanbul, and there is a lot to see and do in this vibrant city, so when you visit it, be sure to explore everything.
