Balat

neighborhood · Istanbul · Turkey

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A colourful historic neighbourhood of steep streets, cafés and old houses on the Golden Horn.

religious_site · 870 m

A Byzantine church famous for its fine mosaics and frescoes.

religious_site · 1.9 km

Sinan's grand 16th-century mosque on a hill, with calm courtyards and views.

landmark · 2.2 km

A medieval stone tower with a viewing gallery over the Golden Horn and old city.

market · 2.3 km

A historic market of spices, Turkish delight, teas and dried fruit.

street · 2.4 km

A long pedestrian avenue of shops, galleries and cafés, with a heritage tram.

market · 2.6 km

One of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, with thousands of shops.