Arnavutköy, Historic waterfront district in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey.
The district extends along the European side of the Bosphorus, featuring numerous wooden Ottoman mansions and a network of winding streets by the water.
Sultan Mehmed II brought Albanian craftsmen to this area in 1468 to work on street construction, leading to the establishment of the settlement.
Robert College, established in 1863 as the first American educational institution outside the United States, stands as a central element of the neighborhood.
Regular bus services connect the district to central Istanbul locations such as Taksim and Kabataş, while ferry services operate from the terminal near the main square.
The district formerly cultivated small Ottoman strawberries across 40 hectares, marking a particular agricultural tradition that distinguished it from other areas.
Location: Istanbul Province
Website: http://arnavutkoy.gov.tr
GPS coordinates: 41.18333,28.73333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 14:04
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