The Asian Side of Istanbul – High Investment Value

The Asian Side of Istanbul – High Investment Value

Asian side of Istanbul

The city of Istanbul with its geographical location, ancient history , social and cultural characteristics, is considered a melting pot of eastern and western civilizations, the city that sits on two continents with its Asian and European sides, embracing historical landmarks and cultures full of deep cultural diversity.

The European side of Istanbul is the preferred destination for many tourists. Those who want housing and investment, due to the quality of the tourist product on this side of Istanbul. It is characterized by labor intensity and rapid economic growth. The Asian side of Istanbul is an authentic part of the city, as it enjoys relative peace and noiseless compared to the European side. It also enjoys the atmosphere of charming green nature, in addition to the diversity of regions and tourist attractions in it, which made Asian Istanbul, a destination for the leading investors, owners and tourists.

 The most prominent districts of Istanbul Asian side:

Kadıköy neighborhood:

Kadıköy is known as one of the most growing regions in Istanbul. It offers endless options of cafes, restaurants, bazaars and various markets. It is also characterized by its combination of history and modernity as it is called the land of tourists. It is the first choice for tourists on the Asian side and the most famous and most visited tourist region in Turkey.

The region was also eminent for its strategic location near the Bosphorus Bridge and the Maiden’s Tower, which are of the most famous tourist attractions in Turkey. The region includes a tram located 2.5 km from the center of Kadıköy, up to Bahariye Street which is a distinguished shopping street, comparable to Istiklal street on the European side of Istanbul. There is also Moda Street, which is located in a quiet residential area, the port in Kadıköy neighborhood is a transportation hub in the city between the Asian and European sides across the Bosphorus Strait, the area is considered a hub for land transport, where you can reach to and from the area via metro, rail and various buses.

 Maiden’s Tower (Kız Kulesi):

The Maiden’s Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Turkey, in which tales are narrated from the ancient historical city past, the tower is ideally located in the heart of the Bosphorus waters that surround it from all sides. This made the place having a wonderful view and background for a number of Turkish and international cinema and drama scenes, in addition to the ancient stories and legends told about its construction, it has become an integral part of Turkish heritage and culture, as well as its octagonal structure and narrow spiral staircases which separate 6 floors with a height of approximately 23 meters.

 Baghdad Street (bağdat caddesi):

Baghdad Street is one of the oldest streets of Istanbul at all. It is no less important than Istiklal street on the European side of Istanbul. This street is located on the Asian side of the city and starts from Kadıköy municipality to Maltepe municipality with a distance of approximately 14 km parallel to the coast of the Marmara Sea. There are also many markets and shops along it, in addition to the luxurious palaces which are considered a historical heritage in that region, there are also many prayer places dating back to the Ottoman era, in addition to the places designated to relax while walking, places for walking and running directly on the seashore.

 Haydarpaşa station:

It is one of the premium and most attractive neoclassical buildings in Turkey. It is eminent with its eastern-western architectural style, the beacons reflect western architecture, while the writings, inscriptions and windows are Arabic, and their domes are Ottoman.

It is the main railway station in Turkey. The construction of this station was completed by German engineers during the Ottoman era. A monument was also constructed to document Turkish-German relationshipss. A tower with a Baroque clock on top is decorated with colored windows from the inside. With its luxurious sandstone facade, it overlooks Kadıköy Bay, and there are plans to renovate this archaeological station into a museum.

 Çenglköy:

This wonderful urban-style area is located on the borders of the Bosphorus strait, there is also a historical park called Çinaraltı, in relation to the historical Çınar tree, which is estimated to be about 800 years old. The coast of the region also extends to many restaurants and cafes that have a Turkish character. The Çenglköy region is a beautiful turning point, a meeting place for tourists from all over the country.

Çamlıca hill:

Çamlica is located in the borders of the Üsküdar region on the Anatolian side of Istanbul, it is the place with two hills overlooking the Bosphorus and the Sea of Marmara. It is one of the most preferred parks in Istanbul, Çamlıca is the longest of these seven hills, where you can watch the most stunning sunset in the whole city from this hill, and the atmosphere of the Bosphorus provides a unique haven with fresh air.

More Information about the most important residential projects in the Asian side of Istanbul.

 There are also many other tourist attractions on the Asian side of Istanbul that you can visit:

• Bostancı Lunapark.
• The village of “Ağva” attracts with its picturesque nature and waterfalls, thousands of foreign and local tourists.
• Dolmabahçe Palace.
• İstanbul Toy Museum.
• Yoros Castle.

How to reach the Asian side of Istanbul

• By air:

From Sabiha International Airport, which is 20 km east of Kadıköy, which can be reached by public bus (E10). You can also take the Havatas bus, which links the airport with Taksim on the European side. Kadikoy is on the Asian side.

• By train:

Via Haydarpaşa Station, The main station in Istanbul for Asian destinations, it is located about 5-10 minutes’ walk from Kadıköy city center.

The fastest travel option between the European and Asian side of Istanbul is via Marmaray, which links Ayrılık Çeşmesi and üsküdar stations with the European side, Marmaray is also linked to the metro line 1 in Yenikapı.

• By bus:

From Harem Station which is the main station of the Asian side, and the first place to link Istanbul with many buses to Asian Istanbul, it is located halfway between üsküdar and Kadıköy.

• By ferry:

It is the best way to start exploring the Asian side of Istanbul. By taking a ferry to Kadıköy from Eminönü Port, which can be reached via a metro station from the center of Istanbul.

Famous shopping centers (Malls) in the Asian side of Istanbul:

• Akasya Mall:

It is one of the best malls in the Asian side of Istanbul, it is a huge compound that includes many residences, offices and two gardens. The mall also has a wonderful architectural design and contains the most famous and best international brands.

• Tepe Nautilus AVM Mall:

The Nautilus Tepe Mall is one of the first malls in the Asian side of Istanbul, it is characterized by its unique design inspired by the sea, where the exits of the mall are named after some of the marine animals, the mall also includes many different shops including international and local brands as well. There are other stores, which made it one of the most important tourist attractions and landmarks in Istanbul.

• Viaport Asia Outlet Mall:

Viaport compounds is one of the most famous high-end commercial compounds in Istanbul. Where visitors come from all over the world to enjoy its picturesque view of the open air. You can see the birds and green spaces in their natural form through the park of this large commercial compound, Via Port provides you with all your needs. It also has a large bazaar where many goods and souvenirs needed by tourists and visitors are displayed.

 Other distinctive malls in the Asian side of Istanbul :

• Venezia Mega Outlet.
• Neomarin Avm.
• Palladium AVM.
• Capitol Shopping Center.
• Canpark Shopping Mall.
• Kardiyum AVM.
• Buyaka AVM.
• Brandium AVM.
• Bulvar 216.
• Maltepe Park.
• Rings AVM.
• Watergarden İstanbul (Dancing Fountain)

The difference between the European side and the Asian side of Istanbul:

• Unlike the popular belief, the city of Istanbul was established in the Asian part (Kadıköy region now).
• The Asian side is older than the European side, as there were many settlements around the Kadıköy region.
• The European side is more populated than the Asian side. Due to the fact that it is the center of commerce, business and industry, on the other hand, the Asian side is known as the ward of Istanbul. Because of its calm and picturesque nature.
• There are green areas widely spread in the Asian side as well as in the European side.
• Public transport means (public bus lines) are available on the European side, twice their availability on the Asian side, while the availability of railway networks (public trains) on the Asian side are twice more compared to their availability on the European side.
• The Asian side is higher than the European side due to the highest hills there, Çamlıca and Aydos.
• The coastline on the Asian side is more beautiful and organized than the European side, where on the Asian side there are large areas for running, walking and cycling starting from Kadıköy along Fenerbahce Park reaching Caddebostan beach until Maltepe.
• The number of hotels on the European side is more than the Asian side because the European side is the center of attraction for business, trade and tourism.
• The European side is characterized by having many shopping centers and malls compared to the Asian side.
• The longest metro line in Turkey has been built on the Asian side of Istanbul.
• Night life is more active on the European side compared to the Asian side.
• There are too many public and private universities on the European side compared to the Asian side.
• More information about the most important residential projects overlooking the coast of Maltepe in the Asian side of Istanbul.