Spend an Evening in Kadikoy

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Sep 30 830 read

Spend an Evening in Kadikoy

Kadikoy, with its lively ambiance, ancient buildings, market, and huge youthful and student population, is a must-see when in Istanbul. Its cultural events and arts, retail malls, cafés, pubs, restaurants, and bustling nightlife, particularly along its renowned "Bar Street" and the adjacent residential neighborhood of lovely Moda, make it one of Istanbul's most popular and desirable destinations. You can see and feel how Istanbul people live in Kadikoy.

The greatest activities to do in Kadikoy include walking about the Kadikoy Square, Moda, and Fenerbahce Kalamis districts and watching the people, having a breather and sipping tea or coffee at one of the numerous cafés by the beach, and visiting Istanbul's Bahariye Street and doing some shopping. The Kadikoy coastline is very popular among young people.

Moda Beach

Moda is a calm and green area of Kadikoy, and the Moda beaches and parks are popular with the local youngsters. Moda, on Istanbul's Asian side, is also a popular residential neighborhood. Moda may be reached in 15 minutes by strolling along the Kadikoy coastline. There are a plethora of beautiful cafés, tea gardens, and eateries in Istanbul along the Moda beaches and inland. Another popular pastime is taking a break at one of Moda's cafés and watching the sunset. Baris Manco's House Museum (a world-famous Turkish singer and musician) is located in Moda. To cut a long tale short, you should visit Kadikoy and Moda while in Istanbul and experience the beautiful Bosphorus.

The Bull Statue

The Bull Statue is a well-known landmark and meeting place in Kadikoy. The actual name of the monument is "war bull statue," and it has a fascinating history that you may not know if you simply stare at it and assume it's just a statue. A French artist built the Bull Statue in Paris in the 1860s to celebrate France's triumph over Germany in World War I. It also symbolizes power and strength. However, Germany conquered France in the 1870s, and the Bull Statue was transferred to Germany. The German Emperor presented the Bull Statue to Turkey in 1917.

After been moved many times, the Bull Statue was eventually transferred to its present position for the last time in 1990. The Bull Statue is more than 150 years old and has been relocated from Paris to Istanbul. Isn't this a strange statue?

Kadikoy Market and Bahariye Street

The Kadikoy Market and the renowned Bahariye Street are two of Istanbul's most popular attractions. The Kadikoy market area is known as "the Beyoglu of Istanbul's Asian side," while Bahariye Street is known as "the Istiklal Street of Istanbul's Asian side." Greengrocers, fishmongers, spice stores, patisseries, cafés, bars, and restaurants may all be found in Istanbul's Kadikoy market area.

The no-traffic zone Bahariye Street is Kadikoy's most lively and well-known street. There is also an ancient tram that operates from Kadikoy harbor. Bahariye Street is still alive and well. Bahariye Street is home to a variety of charming cafés, pubs, bars, and restaurants, as well as high-quality stores and cultural event venues. The Sureyya Opera House is the most visible building on Bahariye Street.