Beşiktaş, District on the European shore of Istanbul, Turkey
Beşiktaş extends over 18 square kilometers along the Bosphorus strait, featuring commercial centers, residential areas, and numerous educational institutions.
The district gained prominence during Ottoman rule when sultans established palatial residences, including the Dolmabahçe Palace as an administrative center in the 19th century.
The district maintains 23 neighborhoods with distinct identities, from the traditional marketplace Çarşı to modern areas like Levent and Etiler.
Major transportation routes including Barbaros Boulevard and Büyükdere Avenue connect the district to public transport hubs and the Bosphorus Bridge.
The name translates to 'cradle stone' in Turkish, reportedly originating from five stones used as moorings by Barbarossa Hayreddin Pasha.
Location: Istanbul Province
Website: http://besiktas.bel.tr
GPS coordinates: 41.07529,29.02759
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:36
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