Places to Visit and Beaches in Istanbul Sariyer
Sariyer district, located on the European side of Istanbul, is one of the most beautiful districts to visit in Istanbul with its forested areas, picnic areas, beach and all other beauties. Especially Rumeli Fortress and Garipce village are very beautiful in Sariyer. Historical and natural places to visit in Sariyer are in the continuation of the article.
Turkish Borek for Breakfast in Sariyer
Breakfast places, especially borek, are very popular in Sariyer. Sariyer pastry is a popular type of pastry known in Turkey. Istanbul Sariyer district is home to the Historical Sarıyer Borek, which was opened in 1895.Sariyer pastry offers you wonderful tastes with its different and delicious varieties.
The cafes in Sariyer have a magnificent view of the Bosphorus. After finishing the sections of places to visit in Sariyer, you can sit in the cafe and watch the view of the Bosphorus while having a drink or if you want, you can take a walk on the beach and get fresh sea air.
Historical Places to Visit in Sariyer
Rumeli Fortress (Rumeli Hisarı): The Rumeli Fortress, which was built by Fatih Sultan Mehmet directly opposite Anatolian Fortress, is located in Sariyer district. This fortress, also known as Boğazkesen Fortress, was built on the narrowest part of the strait. It has 5 gates: Rumeli Fortress, Hisarpece gate, Inner gate, Mountain gate, Sel gate and Cemetery gate, which are estimated to have been built in about 3-4 months.
Historical artifacts such as cannonballs, balls and chains are exhibited in the fortress, which is used as a museum today. Before visiting the museum, you can have breakfast at the restaurants and cafes with a view of the Bosphorus on the shore of the fort, take a walk in the sea air, and then explore the historical fort.
Rumelifeneri: It is an uncrowded, quiet fishing town in Istanbul. However, as you know, people are looking for quiet places to visit in Istanbul. For this reason, this is a beautiful escape point with its view, the flavor of the fish, and its peace. You can spend at least half of your day here and then explore other places around.
Garipce Village and Garipce Castle: This is a cute place that can take its place among the most beautiful villages in Istanbul. And yes, there is not much of a different place. However, with its location on the Bosphorus, Garipce Castle and a few small places on the beach, you can spend 1-2 hours a day here.
Due to its location, Garipce is also a perfect place to take pictures of the Bosphorus and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge. Therefore, keep it in mind for both traveling and photography.
Rumelifeneri Artillery Fortress (Rumeli Feneri Topçu Kalesi): Located at the farthest point on the Black Sea side of the Bosphorus, the castle was built by a Greek architect. During the reign of Murad IV, the castle was renovated. It is known that there were 60 soldiers’ houses, 100 cannons, an arsenal, wheat warehouses, a mosque and 300 soldiers lived in the castle at that time.
Finally, it was used as a military outpost during the Republic period due to its strategic location.
Walking Activity in Sariyer
Emirgan Park (Emirgan Korusu): Located on the European side of Istanbul, in the charming Emirgan district on the shores of the Bosphorus, facing the sea in one direction, Emirgan Park is among the most beautiful and most visited parks in Istanbul.
The park, surrounded by greenery in a peaceful environment overlooking the Bosphorus, is among the ideal places to have breakfast, eat, drink and relax, especially at the weekend. It has an area of approximately 325,000 square meters.
There are many types of trees in Emirgan Park, especially pine trees. There is a beautiful lake in the park, terraces with Bosphorus view, jogging and walking areas, children’s playgrounds, picnic areas. In addition, there are cafes and restaurants in the historical mansions from the 19th century. Also, here are the most beautiful views to take pictures.
Belgrad Forest (Belgrad Ormanı): Located on the Catalca Peninsula, the Belgrad Forest is very close to Sariyer district. This forest got its name because the people of Belgrade, who were brought with him after the Serbian expedition by Suleiman the Magnificent, settled in this forest.
It is home to many different species of plants and trees, as well as many bird and mammal species. Due to the hunting ban in the region, the animals had the opportunity to breed comfortably. You can have a picnic in the forest, where there are many streams, in the atmosphere of magnificent nature, take part in walks, rent a bicycle and ride.
Beaches in Sariyer Kilyos
Kilyos: It is one of the best places for swimming in the sea in Istanbul. There are many beaches in Kilyos, this is very beautiful if you want to swim in the sea or take a walk by the sea. Especially if you coincide with a day when the wind blows from the south, you have the chance to swim without waves in Kilyos. Also, some of the cleanest and quality beaches in Istanbul are in Kilyos.
If you are looking for places to swim, we recommend that you give Kilyos a chance. Because if you do not have the chance to go on holiday or if you are looking for places to visit in Istanbul for a day, spending your day at the sea in Kilyos will definitely be good for you.
