Büyük Beşiktaş Çarşısı, Indoor market in Beşiktaş district, Turkey
Büyük Beşiktaş Çarşısı is an indoor market in Istanbul with over 180 independent shops selling clothing, accessories, electronics, and services. The shops are organized across multiple levels, with customer parking available on the upper floor.
This market was established in 1985 during Turkey's expansion of shopping centers and commercial spaces. It developed behind the historic Sinan Pasha Mosque, anchoring an already active business district.
The central square features a black eagle statue representing the local football club, becoming a gathering point for supporters on match days. Visitors often meet here to share in the energy surrounding the team and its community connection.
Parking is available on the top floor, and the market provides a post office and bill payment services for convenience. Plan enough time to explore the multiple levels comfortably.
Inside there is a fish market section with distinctive steel canopy construction and traditional tavern-style restaurants serving local specialties. This corner of the market offers a different experience from the standard shopping areas.
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