Popular Areas in Istanbul: Kadikoy

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Popular Areas in Istanbul: Kadikoy

Kadikoy, with its vibrant atmosphere, historical buildings, market, large young and student population is a must place during your visit in Istanbul. Its cultural events & arts, shopping centers, cafes, pubs, restaurants, and lively nightlife, especially along its famous "Bar Street" and the nearby residential suburb of beautiful Moda, is one of the most popular and covetable spots in Istanbul. In Kadikoy, you can see and feel how Istanbul residents live.

The best things to do in Kadikoy are strolling around the Kadikoy Square, Moda, and Fenerbahce Kalamis areas and watching the crowds, taking a break and drinking tea or coffee at one of the many cafes by the shore, and visiting Bahariye Street and doing some shopping in Istanbul. The Kadikoy shoreline is extremely common among the youth.

The Bull Statue

The Bull Statue is one of Kadikoy's most well-known landmarks and gathering spots. The statue's official name is "battle bull statue," and it has a fascinating backstory that you may not realize when staring at it and assuming it's just a statue. The Bull Statue was created by a French artist in Paris in the 1860s to commemorate France's victory over Germany in World War I. It also represents strength and force. However, in the 1870s, Germany defeated France and the Bull Statue was relocated to Germany. The Bull Statue was given to Turkey by the German Emperor in 1917.

After being located in different places, finally, in 1990, the Bull Statue was relocated to its current location for the final time. The Bull Statue is over 150 years old and has moved from Paris to Istanbul. Isn't this an unusual statue?

Kadikoy Market and Bahariye Street

The most popular places in Istanbul are the Kadikoy Market and the famous Bahariye Street. The Kadikoy market area is referred to as "the Beyoglu of Istanbul's Asian side," and Bahariye Street is referred to as "the Istiklal Street of Istanbul's Asian side." At the Kadikoy market district, you'll find everything from greengrocers to fishmongers, spice shops to patisseries, cafes, pubs, and restaurants in Istanbul.

The traffic-free Bahariye Street is the most vibrant and well-known location in Kadikoy. From Kadikoy harbor, there is also an old tram that runs. Bahariye Street is still bustling and busy. The Bahariye Street has a number of lovely cafes, pubs, bars, and restaurants, as well as quality shops and cultural event centers. The Sureyya Opera House is the most prominent structure on Bahariye Street.

Istanbul Toy Museum

The Istanbul Toy Museum is a charming museum located in Kadköy's Goztepe neighborhood. Sunay Akin, who is a Turkish poet and novelist, founded the Istanbul Toy Museum on April 23, 2005, on National Sovereignty and Children's Day. The Istanbul Toy Museum houses the most famous examples of toy culture to the present day. Sunay Akin has been collecting toys for the museum for the past 20 years from antique shops and auctions in over 40 countries. When you travel in Istanbul, you should see this Museum.

Moda

Moda is a very quiet and green neighborhood in Kadikoy, and the Moda shores and parks are very common among the local youth. Moda, on Istanbul's Asian side, is also a prominent residential area. Within 15 minutes, you can reach Moda by walking along the Kadikoy shoreline. Along the Moda coasts and inland, there are a host of lovely cafes in Istanbul, tea gardens, and restaurants. Taking a break in one of Moda's cafes and watching the sunset is another common activity. The House Museum of Baris Manco (a world-famous Turkish singer and artist) is also in Moda. Long story short, you should discover Kadikoy and Moda when you visit in Istanbul.