THE LIVING HISTORY OF ISTANBUL, BALAT

THE LIVING HISTORY OF ISTANBUL, BALAT

There are some districts. The moment you take a step, it takes you on a journey through history. The structures you touch are full of history and experiences.

Today we will take you to just such a place, one of the oldest and most historical places in Istanbul, Balat.

How about going on a little tour in Balat, one of the oldest districts of Istanbul, with its colorful painted, bay window houses, streets reminiscent of the festive atmosphere?

The History of Balat from the Byzantine Empire to the Present Day

Balat is the one of the oldest settlements in Istanbul and a very rich historical and cultural neighborhood. So much so that its story dates back to the Byzantine period.

During the Byzantine Empire, Balat, whose name was Palation, had an important place for the empire. So much so that the name Palation also meant “connected with the palace”.

Located on the shores of the Golden Horn, Balat had the distinction of being one of the most important ports of the city during the Byzantine period. Therefore, it was one of the rudest districts of the period.

Since ancient times, mostly Jewish, Armenian and Greek people lived in this neighborhood, again in those times, a large number of religious buildings such as churches, synagogues were built and Balat became an important place from a religious point of view.

When we came to the Ottoman period, Balat again held an important place for the Jewish communities and continued to serve as an important port.

Balat, Why is It So Important?

Balat has had an important place throughout history.

Due to its importance for Jews, becoming a center of worship, serving as an important port, it had great strategic power.

Especially after the Ottoman Empire, this importance has increased one fold and Balat has become a center where state affairs are also carried out.

Its importance for today is much greater.

The buildings located in Balat represent the greatest riches of Istanbul from a historical and cultural point of view.

Places to Visit in Balat?

In a neighborhood so full of history and culture, the number of places to visit is also quite a lot.

Balat; With its historical, colorful buildings, narrow streets, wooden houses, modern cafes and offices, it has been attracting an influx of visitors especially in recent years.

So much so that these visitors are not limited to Istanbulites either.

Balat has become such a popular region in recent years that the number of visitors coming from outside the city just to see Balat is quite high.

One of the places you should definitely see in the region is the Greek Patriarchate of Fener, which is one of the most iconic buildings of Balat and also Istanbul.

Historical 4. The Greek Patriarchate of Fener, which dates back to the century, has a very important place for Christian Orthodox communities.

Located from the highest point of Balat, this magnificent building opens its doors to visitors from all religious and denominational groups every day.

In addition to the Fener Greek Patriarchate, buildings such as the Kariye Museum, the Bulgarian Church and the Jewish Hospital in Balat are among the historical buildings that visitors should definitely see.

In Balat, we said that the number of places to visit is quite a lot.

Cafes and restaurants offering world flavors, art galleries, workshops and work offices are among the points that have attracted attention in recent years and attracted a lot of attention from visitors.

Of course, let's not forget that walking aimlessly through the streets of Balat, even just listening to the sound of the street makes a person feel good.

The most beautiful part of Istanbul must be this mosaic and the people who love to live with this mosaic.

It is definitely a privilege to be one of the people living with this tremendous history in this city full of experiences.

And wouldn't you like to live on this historical peninsula in this city full of history, on famous streets and streets from each other?
 

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