SECRET SPOTS IN ISTANBUL

Gokce Nacar

Jan 24 649 read

SECRET SPOTS IN ISTANBUL

Istanbul is a big city with a lot to discover. Even though some of the highlights of the city are well-known in the whole world, there are some secret places in this large city, hidden in the little spots. Some of these secret spots are the vintage stores in Kadıköy, antique shops in Cihangir, The Million Stone, Şile, Belgrad Forest, and Women’s Bazaar. Let’s take a look at these secret spots in Istanbul!

Vintage Stores in Kadıköy

Kadıköy is a district in the Anatolian Side of İstanbul and it is a very appealing place with its seaside called “Moda”, its street artists, street food, bookshops, crowded but eyeful scenery, and its shopping places. When you walk through the streets of Kadıköy, filled with crowds, you can find many different clothing shops that can attract your attention. But, most importantly, there are vintage stores here, which give you the chance of exploring clothes that cannot be found anywhere else. These clothes have history and they are unique. You can visit these vintage stores and get the chance of buying a shirt, a jacket or a t-shirt with the smell of history. It will be a soulful experience!

Antique Shops in Cihangir

Cihangir is another district in Istanbul and it has an undeniable cultural richness. One of the many things that can be considered appealing in Cihangir, there are the antique shops. Here you can find a piece of memory that is embroidered with art. Everything you touch, everything you think about will have a history full of culture and emotion. You can find Ottoman works of art, antique jewelry, antique kitchenware, antique furniture, vintage books, and antique ornaments, all of which can adorn your rooms, your homes, your clothing, and your lives. Even breathing the air of these antique shops in Cihangir will give your life a unique touch.

The Million Stone

The Million Stone is a historical place in Istanbul that is located in Sultanahmet. This stone represented the center of the “New Rome”. It was used as a starting point. Throughout history, it has always protected its spot as a highly important spot. Even though many people, including the locals, pass by this great monument without attaching any meaning to it, The Million Stone is a great cultural reference. You can go see The Million Stone in Sultanahmet if you want to discover the secretly significant spots in Istanbul!