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Yoros Castle, castle ruin in Turkey

Yoros Castle offers panoramic views of the Bosphorus Strait where East meets West.

Established in 1262, Yoros Castle has been a strategic military site through numerous conflicts.

Exemplifies Gothic and Ottoman architectural styles merged over centuries.

Best reached by car or on a hiking trail from Anadolu Kavağı.

Often called the 'Castle of Genoa,' it's steeped in legendary tales involving mythological creatures.

Location: Anadolu Kavağı

Inception: 1262

Architectural style: Byzantine architecture

Part of: Trading Posts and Fortifications on Genoese Trade Routes from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea

GPS coordinates: 41.17861,29.09444

Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:44

Instagrammable photo locations in Istanbul

This route leads through mosques, palaces and districts of Istanbul. The path includes Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace along with Balat and Karakoy. The Bosphorus with its shores, historic fortresses and hills provide views of the city. The Princes' Islands, Ottoman mansions and modern architecture add to the photographic opportunities.

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