Büyükada
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Büyükada, meaning "Big Island" in Turkish, is the largest of the Princes' Islands in the Sea of Marmara, near Istanbul, with an area of about 2 square miles. It is officially a neighbourhood in the Adalar district of Istanbul Province, Turkey.
attractions: Dilburnu Nature Park, Aya Yorgi Church, Islands Museum / Museum of the Princes' Islands, Buyukada National Park, Halik Bay Family Beach, Reşat Nuri Güntekin House, restaurants:
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Bayramda İstanbul’da olanlar için şehrin yaz güzeli Prens Adaları’nda keyifli bir kaçamak rehberi hazırladık. 🚢Huzurlu bir vapur yolculuğu ile başlayan bu kaçamak nefis lezzetler, şahane manzaralar ve hatta deniz güneş keyfiyle bile devam edebilir. Peki Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada ve Kınalıada’da ne yapılır, nereye gidilir, ne yenir? ❤️Atilla Güner, Moshe Aelyon, Zeynep Selgur ve Berna Sağlam Naipoğlu’nun OGGUSTO okuyucuları için paylaştığı önerileriyle çeşitlenen İstanbul adalar rehberimizi keşfetmek için link profilde. Siz kiminle birlikte gitmek istersiniz? 📷@admbrs 📌 @aguner1 @mosheaelyon @zeynepselgur @bernasn #istanbulukeşfet #büyükada #adalaristanbul #adalar
oggustocomoggustocom
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It was 11th July 2019. The day was beautiful as any July day in Istanbul. Actually it rained in early morning. Our boat was on time and we set off to one of the scenic place I could've ever seen. I've heard a lot of stories related to Princess Island but by going there and feel the ambiance was something so spiritual. The boat trip to the Island was fabulous. We enjoyed the scenes and the time in the boat. There was love karoake and a band performing music in different languages (they sang 🇵🇰 songs as well). We danced, my eldest kid was super excited. The moment we landed on Buyukada, I was overwhelmed by the beauty and cleanliness of island. Visited Adalar bazaar and had lunch there. It was a very busy day and bazaar was jam-packed with tourists. I rented a bicycle to roam around the island while my wife and kids went to the play area located just beside dock. While cycling, I kept falling in love with the nature and mesmerising views. Also the residents there have kept it CO2 free by commuting solely on cycles or horse riding. We took horse riding afterwards which was unique in its own way. Loved every bit of my time spent at this beautiful island. While we were returning to our boat, a dog accompanied us. We were skeptical at first but the boat management told us that it's okay and let the dog on-board; they'll take care of him. We were provided food while traveling in boat and the staff was super friendly. Daughter of one female staff became friend of my 3 y/o and both enjoyed their time together. We were so tired after coming back to Istanbul Bosphorus that we took taxi instead of using Metro bus which was costly even after bargaining but we had to. Went to the bed immediately after reaching hotel and skipped dinner. I would highly recommend everyone to take Princess Island tour while their stay in Istanbul.
Arsalan Waleed ZafarArsalan Waleed Zafar
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Prince Island, also known as Büyükada, is a beautiful and charming island located just off the coast of Istanbul, Turkey. What makes this island so special is its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, which is a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. One of the most unique aspects of Prince Island is that there are no cars allowed on the island, which makes it an ideal place for walking, biking, or simply enjoying a leisurely horse-drawn carriage ride. The island is also home to a number of beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, making it the perfect destination for swimming and sunbathing. In addition to its natural beauty, Prince Island is steeped in history and culture. The island was once a popular destination for Byzantine royalty, and it is home to a number of stunning historical landmarks, including the Aya Yorgi Church and Monastery, the Hamidiye Mosque, and the Prinkipo Greek Orphanage. Overall, Prince Island is a truly magical place that offers visitors a unique combination of natural beauty, rich history, and peaceful tranquility. It is no wonder that it has become such a beloved destination for both locals and tourists alike. The trip took 45 minutes for the first island with a big ferry ⛴️ and it cost per person less than 30 Tl , make sure to buy Istanbul card from the tram or train station. Kids less than 4 years are free
AdhamAdham
20
Heard so much about this island, however we honestly found it disappointing and were ready to return to Sultanahmet within half hour of our visit. Perhaps we went at the wrong time; we visited during the summer break and left in the morning. 1 hour 40 minutes on the ferry was utterly draining in the heat, felt claustrophobic and uncomfortable (usually not a fussy traveller but this journey felt intolerable). Upon arrival, the island was absolutely teeming with people - just way too crowded, and so many restaurant touts in every direction. Expected to discover a lovely tranquil island, but instead felt like walking into an overwhelming tourist trap of commercialism; so many restaurants and stores with an unnecessarily extravagant vibe, and food here was so expensive especially considering the value and variety (or lack thereof!) Venturing out more, the island is scenic and lovely, but there is only so much you can walk around and there are limited transport options. A 45 minute horse and carriage ride costs 100/150 Lira (can't remember the exact amount), which is lovely but it was towards the end of our trip and we were on limited Lira. So it seems the best way to enjoy Büyükada is with extra cash, a horse ride and enough patience for three and a half hours on ferry..
ZahraZahra
20
For me Helibelyada is way way way way better. I actually hated my time on Buyukada. I went on the weekend. It was so crowded. The beaches aren't that good and they are not accessible except through clubs. Or that's what I encountered while I was there. (prices goes from 40tl till 150tl, depending on the club). Public transportation is sooooooo crowded and you have to wait for a very long line to get on the bus. The taxis which are motos, are expensive. People aren't very friendly and during August the weather is sooooo hot, so walking under the sun can be very challenging. You can rent bikes but you can't rent any electric vehicles, but you see people riding it all the time! I honestly did not enjoy buyukada at all. And couldn't get to the sea and information is not that accessible. The island from the side of the ferry looks nice, hotels and villas with nice trees and flowers. Looks like compounds, I like Helibelyada more because the sceneries are more like forests and it is just way more beautiful.
salma halodasalma haloda
90
It’s not my first time here but it’s my first time without horses everywhere it was a really sad to see sick horses around now everything is more quiet and clean Now crowded at all . The place is beautiful you can always find new stuff to discover , friendly animals old houses Historical places and of course the beauty of nature ! On every spot is a different art piece! The view is incredibly amazing From every angle , it’s fun to have a bike on the way down but if you want explore the top which is a must! It would be a bit hard to carry the bike with you especially inside the woods , on the other hand there is new electric buses that have their own streets and they can get you to the top and near by some historical places . You have a good choices of restaurants, and a market that have mostly everything you need so you can easily have your whole setup there once you arrive! Totally recommend it , the locals are very friendly and nice and the place is Spectacular !
Yaman MasalhaYaman Masalha
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Nearby Attractions Of Büyükada
Dilburnu Nature Park
Aya Yorgi Church
Islands Museum / Museum of the Princes' Islands
Buyukada National Park
Halik Bay Family Beach
Reşat Nuri Güntekin House
Dilburnu Nature Park
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Aya Yorgi Church
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Islands Museum / Museum of the Princes' Islands
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Buyukada National Park
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Adalar/İstanbul, Türkiye
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