Avcılar

The administrative district of Avcılar extends over 50 square kilometers along the European side of Istanbul, adjacent to the Küçükçekmece inlet of the Sea of Marmara.

During the Ottoman conquest of Istanbul, authorities initiated population movements to establish Turkish communities in the Küçükçekmece area, marking the beginning of Turkish settlement in Avcılar.

The district contains ten distinct neighborhoods, including Ambarlı, Cihangir, and Denizköşkler, each contributing to the local identity through their individual characteristics and communities.

Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa maintains a campus in Avcılar that houses multiple faculties, including engineering, business management, sports, and veterinary medicine programs.

The name Avcılar derives from the Turkish word for hunters, referencing the historical presence of guards who protected local villages in this region.

Location: Istanbul Province

Website: http://avcilar.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 40.97917,28.72139

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:38