Although the Bala District is not a particularly prosperous place, it is indeed still a shopping, very distinctive, the price of Turkey is also very cheap, especially the handicrafts, and black tea are obvious, very cheap
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Balat Highlights: Must-See Features and Attractions
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The Bala district is a Greek and Jewish settlement in Istanbul with fewer tourists. There are not only charmingly colored buildings, undulating ramps, but also beautiful Byzantine monuments such as the Kola Church nearby. The whole row of stepped old buildings is a major feature of the Bala District, and the wooden houses painted in different colors are very suitable for taking literary photos. Walking in this life-filled area, you will gradually find that the collision of Eastern and Western cultures is everywhere. The cafes, tea houses, and antique shops hidden in the alleys exude a strong retro atmosphere, which is completely different from the noisy atmosphere of the old city sightseeing area, making people feel independent and leisurely.
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Balat Reviews: Insider Insights and Visitor Experiences
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Although the Bala District is not a particularly prosperous place, it is indeed still a shopping, very distinctive, the price of Turkey is also very cheap, especially the handicrafts, and black tea are obvious, very cheap
Love the ruins, specialty cafes and people taking beautiful photos absolutely must not miss. Nice little house, cozy little street, boutiques and cafes, locals sitting on the street, playing children and lazy kittens. Everything is calm and harmonious. To truly understand a city, you should experience this kind of community. Recommended attractions: Red Umbrella Street, Greek Zheng Teaching Academy and Observation Deck, Ruins Street, Rainbow Steps.
We walked to this block after visiting the Cora church, don't believe how to say on the Internet, it is a very ordinary street, although the colorful exterior walls of the house, but it looks very old, very common, all up and down.
In this area, you would find very colorful houses painted in different colors. you have to climb uphill and walk a lot so make sure you have good walking shoes on. it’s a very picturesque place as you walk along, you would find cute eating places too. oh and not to mention the cute and friendly street cats that loves to come to you for a pet or two. Definitely a must-see when you come to Istanbul
Barat is a residential area for Jews and some Europeans. Its architectural style will lead you to a colorful and different era, more European style than Islamic atmosphere.