Should have made the effort.
Might go back to Istanbul in the future now I know what’s involved getting there and what to do and what not to do. Pre plan trips to the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazar, Bagdat Street, etc.
Bagdat Street.
Bağdat Avenue is one of the most important high streets on the Anatolian side of Istanbul, Turkey. It runs approximately 14 km from Maltepe in the east to Kadıköy in the west, almost paralleling the coastline of the Sea of Marmara.
According to a study conducted by a French company, the Bagdat Street has been ranked as the
4th best shopping street in the world.
The region around the street is also a rich settlement area for the Istanbul locals. There are also some very beautiful mansions around.
You can find numerous luxury cafes, new generation coffee houses, restaurants and shops along the streets. The numerous bars, pubs and clubs also great night out activities for the visitors to enjoy a lively night in Istanbul.
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