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Pera and Galata: The European Soul of Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey

Pera and Galata: The European Soul of Istanbul

A walk through the history of modern Turkey - from Taksim Square, through Independence Avenue, all the way to the Golden Horn.

3h 30min
Duration
2.8 km
Distance
10
places
46
stories

What to expect

A walk through the history of modern Turkey - from Taksim Square, through Independence Avenue, all the way to the Golden Horn.

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Audio quality
Professional narration
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Narrator
Native speaker
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Offline mode
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Content
History and culture
Pera and Galata: The European Soul of Istanbul

10 unique places

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Monument of the Republic

A monumental symbol of the birth of modern Turkey, standing on the border between the old and the new world.

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Monument of the Republic
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Taksim Square

The beating heart of modern Istanbul, a place of meetings, protests, and urban chaos.

Taksim Square
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Hagia Triada Orthodox Church

The majestic Orthodox temple symbolizes the multicultural history of the Pera district.

Hagia Triada Orthodox Church
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04

Istiklal Street

The famous 'Aleja Niepodległości', formerly Grande Rue de Pera, full of embassies, shops, and history.

Istiklal Street
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05

Flower Passage (Çiçek Pasajı)

A historical shopping passage with beautiful architecture, known for its taverns and the history of Russian emigrants.

Flower Passage (Çiçek Pasajı)
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06

Church of St. Anthony of Padua

The largest Catholic church in Istanbul, hidden behind an impressive gate and courtyard.

Church of St. Anthony of Padua
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Pera Museum

The cultural gem of the district, located in the former Hotel Bristol, the home of the famous 'Treser Żółwi'.

Pera Museum
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08

Galata Tower

The medieval Genoese tower, which dominates the city skyline and offers one of the most beautiful views.

Galata Tower
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09

Camondo Stairs

Extraordinary, winding Art Nouveau-style stairs, funded by an influential family of bankers.

Camondo Stairs
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Most Galata

A symbolic connection between old and new Istanbul, the bustling two-level passage over the Golden Horn.

Most Galata
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Everything you need for your tour

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Audio guide

Professional narration in multiple languages with fascinating stories about each place.

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Interactive map

Navigate easily with an interactive map showing all tour locations and your current position.

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Texts and photos

Read detailed descriptions and view historical photos of each location.

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Stories and legends

Discover fascinating stories, legends, and historical anecdotes about each place.

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Architecture

Learn about architectural styles, buildings, and monuments along the route.

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Offline mode

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