Things to Do in Istanbul: Places and Attractions

The Orhan Kemal Literature Museum is a literary museum and archive in Istanbul, Turkey dedicated to Turkish literature, and named after novelist Orhan Kemal. Established with the support of Orhan Kemal Culture and Arts Center, the museum is situated in a five-story building in Cihangir neighborhood of Beyoğlu. On display are photographs about his private life taken by Ara Güler, family photographs, original first edition of his books, his private letters, critics, articles and dissertations about his works.

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Historic & Cultural

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Historic & Cultural

watam is a historic site located in Kadıköy. It is within walking distance of the Bull Statue (90 m), Halid Ağa Fountain (96 m), and Söğütlüçeşme Bath (622 m). The nearest public transport, Altıyol tram stop, is 102 m away.

Çoban Fountain is a historical fountain from the Ottoman period located on Ayamama Stream in the Çobançeşme neighborhood of Bahçelievler district, Istanbul province. It is also known as Yeşilköy Fountain. It is next to Çobançeşme Bridge.

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Rami Kütüphanesi A Kapısı is one of the entrances to the Rami Library, located in the Eyüpsultan district of Istanbul. The library opened in 2023 after the restoration of the historic Rami Barracks, which began use as a military barracks in 1828. Rami Library is one of Turkey's largest libraries, with a seating capacity of 4,200 people and an indoor area of 36,000 m². It is within 7 meters walking distance of Rami Kütüphanesi Kasr-ı Hümayun Çeşmeleri and 229 meters from the Rami tram stop. It has wheelchair access.

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Çelik Gülersoy was a Turkish lawyer, tourism professional, and writer known for his significant contributions to the preservation of Istanbul's historical and natural heritage. He served as the general manager of the Touring and Automobile Club of Turkey for many years. He is particularly recognized for his projects in redeveloping areas such as Soğukçeşme Street in Sultanahmet, and parks like Yıldız Park and Emirgan Grove. It is located 289 meters walking distance from Fenerbahçe Park.

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The Basilica Cistern, or Cisterna Basilica, is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul, Turkey. The cistern, located 150 metres southwest of the Hagia Sophia on the historical peninsula of Sarayburnu, was built in the 6th century during the reign of Byzantine emperor Justinian I. Today, it is kept with little water for public access inside the space.