Istiklal Street (Grande Rue de Péra)
Istiklal, a two-kilometer long pedestrian street, is a must-see for everyone who comes to Istanbul. The street, formerly known as Grande Rue de Péra, was renamed Istiklal Street in 1923. The lively street features buildings from the Late Ottoman Period built in a variety of architectural styles, from neoclassicism to art deco.
The facade of the European-style boulevard of the turn of the new century is well preserved. The shops and restaurants on the street offer tourists and Istanbulites many options for shopping until they drop. You can recharge with the countless flavors offered by the cafes and restaurants here. And of course, you can start a cultural tour at the many tourist attractions along the street. If you start your cultural tour from Taksim Square, Istiklal Street will take you to the famous Galata Tower. Before arriving in Galata, you can see Tünel, the second oldest subway in the world, and take a stroll in Karaköy. The unique history and mysterious atmosphere of the street; It offers a cultural discovery opportunity where you can spend the whole day.
