Kartal, Administrative district on the Asian side of Istanbul, Turkey
The coastal district of Kartal stretches along the Sea of Marmara, covering 53 square kilometers with a population exceeding 528,000 residents.
During Byzantine times, Emperor Theophilos constructed a palace in the area known as Bryas, drawing architectural influence from the Abbasid court in the 9th century.
The transformation of Kartal reflects the shift from a fishing village with summer residences for wealthy inhabitants to an urban center within greater Istanbul.
The district connects to central Istanbul through an extensive transportation network including metro lines, sea buses, and major highways E5 and E80.
Kartal functions as a primary gateway for sea transportation to the Princess Islands and Yalova, featuring multiple ports along its Marmara Sea coastline.
Location: Istanbul Province
Website: https://kartal.bel.tr
GPS coordinates: 40.90646,29.21105
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
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