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Discover the historical Galata district and the area of famous Galata Tower across from Sultanahmet and witness the street life of Istanbul.
The area is home to the Sephardic Jews from 1492 and a Genoese colony from whom the Turks learned sailing. Sultan Mehmed II made Galata a residential area for Greeks and Jews after the conquest of Constantinople in the 15th Century. Galata and Beyoglu were the non-Muslim areas in the heart of the capital of Islam. Galata has been a very active business center since its establishment. It also was a night-life center with its taverns which attracted all population.
In our walk we will pass through Beyoglu: the hub of the modern town. A long, narrow and interesting pedestrian avenue which is a museum of Istanbul’s sights, sounds, and smells: Istiklal… As we walk we will witness the buzz of the people of Istanbul.
As a treat we will also learn about all the tricks of Turkish coffee and how to cook it. Turkish coffee is known for its deliciously rich, thick, full-bodied character – it’s a must-try on a visit to Istanbul, and we will visit the best place for it. Something to try at home!
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