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THE BEYLERBEYI PALACE
The Beylerbeyi Palace
The Beylerbeyi Palace is one of the mansions built during the 19th century on. the shores of the Bosphorus under the influence of Western architecture. The rich and pompous exterior of the palace complements the extravagantly decorated interior. The Beylerbeyi Palace used to be assigned to the accommodation of foreign potentates who visited Istanbul. Today, the palace still retains its original outlook and is being kept open as a museum.
BEYLERBEYİ
The town center of Istanbul as well as the historical monuments, leading hotels, market places and official departments are located in the European side of the city. On the other hand, one third of the population lives in the Asian side of Istanbul. A magnificent view of the city can be enjoyed from the modern Bosphorus Bridge which connects both sides. Next to modern residential quarters of the Asian side, there are small and charming historical sites along the Bosphorus, which were separate towns until recently, but are parts of metropolitan city today.
The Beylerbeyi coast is one of the most visited places in Istanbul with its magnificent Palace of 19th century, beautiful mosque, typical waterfront villas, houses and shopping opportunities. It is an important stopover place for visitors crossing the bridge from Europe to Asia and for cruises made along the Bosphorus.
Turkish Flag and Bosphorus
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Villa Bosphorus
The Bosphorus Bridge, a 1074 m long suspension bridge, is the only one of its kind joining two continents. It is the second longest bridge in Europe and fifth longest in the world. The bridge is 64 m above sea level at its highest point, allowing safe passage even to the largest ships. The Bridge was opened in 1973 on the fiftieth anniversary of the Republic of Turkey.
Bosphorus Bridge at midnight
General view of Bosphorus
One encounters the strait called the Bosphorus frequently in myth and history. This natural waterway has always been of strategic importance. It separates Europe and Asia, but civilizations on its two sides have blended throughout the ages. Istanbul has developed as a consequence of the strategic location of the Bosphorus.
At every bend of this marvelous waterway the view is one of a different lake. With magnificent palaces, numerous 18th and 19th century yalıs (seafront houses) and mosques along its shores, as well as the two fortresses that stand facing each other at its narrowest -point, the Bosphorus is a major attraction of Istanbul.
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