Şairler Sofası, Literary sculpture garden in Beşiktaş Vişnezade Park, Istanbul, Turkey
The Şairler Sofası features multiple bronze sculptures depicting seven distinguished Turkish poets arranged in a social gathering formation within the park.
Created by artist Gürdal Duyar and inaugurated in 1998, the installation includes representations of Behçet Necatigil, Sabahattin Kudret Aksal, and other notable literary figures.
The sculpture garden functions as a central point for literary events, book signings, and poetry recitations, continuing the tradition of Turkish literary expression.
Located at coordinates 41.04213° N and 29.00039° E, the sculpture garden remains accessible throughout daylight hours and connects to major public transportation routes.
Each sculpture in the garden captures individual characteristics of the poets, including Neyzen Tevfik and Nigâr Hanım, creating a permanent literary gathering.
GPS coordinates: 41.04213,29.00039
Latest update: March 16, 2025 08:44
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