Besiktas

In Arabic, Beşiktaş refers to “the stone cradle or an infant's stone bed”. It is said that a priest brought a cradle-shaped stone used in the baptism of Jesus and placed it in the church. Therefore, Beşiktaş became to be, one of the most famous and prestigious neighborhoods of Istanbul characterized by its unique mixture of Eastern and Western characteristics.

In Beşiktaş, visitors see crowds gathered from all corners of the world inside the famous cafés and restaurants near the Bosphorus Strait. The fragrance of history exudes there and is accompanied by the features of civilized development in the city; whether in terms of constructed buildings or multiple artistic activities, which reflect the beautiful blending between history and modernity. Beşiktaş hosts, within its unique gardens and parks, famous musical and artistic events with jazz, pop, and music concerts as a whole, with coffee and flower festivals.

 

Where do I go in Beşiktaş?

Until now, Beşiktaş remains one of the most vibrant areas in Istanbul; as it is full of restaurants specializing in serving traditional Turkish breakfast meals, with a distinct splendor in the area. In Beşiktaş, there is Çelebioğlu Sokak, or as it is known, the famous breakfast alley. This alley includes many cafes and restaurants specializing in serving Turkish breakfast meals; giving visitors an authentic local image. Also:

• Ottoman Museums and Palaces: Beşiktaş includes museums and palaces dating back to the Ottoman period. Among these buildings are Çırağan Palace, Dolmabahçe Palace, Yıldız Palace Museum, Naval Museum, Aşiyan Museum, and Beşiktaş Çırağan Palace.
• Unique Parks and Historical Mosques: Beşiktaş also hosts many historical shrines and mosques. Among these are the tomb of Barbaros Hayreddin Paşa, the Bebek Mosque, the Dolmabahçe Mosque, the famous Ortaköy Mosque, and the Yıldız Hamidiye Mosque. As for its gardens, Beşiktaş owns a unique collection that includes Yıldız Orchard, Bebek Garden, Nezahat Gökyiğit Botanik Bahçesi, and Ulus Parkı.
• Beşiktaş Seaside and Market: The Beşiktaş Market (Beşiktaş Bazaar) is the most vibrant place in the area; especially, with the Beşiktaş fan stronghold, you can find the colors black and white on all corners. Beşiktaş is alive day and night in its crowded squares and traditional markets.
• Neighborhood Nightlife: Regardless of the season or time of the year, visitors can find pop, rock, jazz, Turkish bars, and live music venues. Therefore, Beşiktaş continues its liveliness throughout the year and offers its visitors an unparalleled time from the day's beginning to its end.
• Art Theatres: Beşiktaş boasts dozens of cultural centers, art galleries, and mini cinemas. The area also hosts the World Art Days, an event organized by the Beşiktaş municipality every year on September 21-28. The area also hosts many prominent artists; especially musicians, dancers, and international artists with exhibitions, concerts, and cinemas throughout the year as well.

 

The Real Estate Market of Beşiktaş

In the past few years, Beşiktaş has witnessed an increase in its real estate prices; which made the average prices there higher than in other areas in the city such as Beylikdüzü, Başakşehir, or Bahçelievler. With this development, Beşiktaş offers great investment opportunities and many other advantages of property ownership:

• Beşiktaş is considered one of the investment areas that have many modern residential real estate projects.
• It is also distinguished by the presence of contemporary buildings and skyscrapers, with their charming views of the Bosphorus.
• The real estate market there is known for its prosperity and diversity; as it offers villas, duplexes, and triplex apartments.
• The Turkish government is still working on developing the infrastructure of Beşiktaş to encourage investors to invest in the area's real estate market.
• It also offers many transportation modes with a unique educational sector.
• The government offers the possibility of taking advantage of generous tax incentives and exemptions.
• The area is characterized by its political and economic security, with low rates of crime.
• It is distinguished by its wonderful climate throughout the year, which makes it an ideal place to settle and live.
• It is also possible to buy a property in Beşiktaş for a reasonable amount, compared to other countries in Europe.

 

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