Tag: funistanbul

  • kidsistanbul: İstanbul Toy Museum

    The Istanbul Toy Museum, located in the Göztepe neighborhood of Kadıköy, was founded by Turkish poet and author Sunay Akın and opened on April 23, 2005, National Sovereignty and Children’s Day in Turkiye. Housing over 4,000 toys dating from the 1700s to the present, the museum offers both children and adults a nostalgic and educational…

  • historyistanbul: Hagia Irene (Aya İrini)

    Cradled within the tranquil grounds of Topkapı Palace, Hagia Irene stands as one of Istanbul’s most quietly mesmerizing relics, a place where history does not shout but breathes. Often bypassed for the imposing grandeur of Hagia Sophia, this sacred space tells its story in stone, shadow, and silence. First built in the 4th century by…

  • historyistanbul: Adalar (Islands)

    Honestly, We spent quite some time wondering which category the Islands should fall under and we’ve decided they belong not just to historyistanbul, but also to streetistanbul and viewistanbul. They’re simply too enchanting to fit into just one box. Dream of the Islands: A Fairytale in the Middle of the Marmara Sea The Adalar District,…

  • kidsistanbul: Theme Park & Indoor Playground

    Traveling with kids? Then finding a theme park that thrills both little adventurers and grown-up fun seekers is a must! A theme park isn’t just a playground for children—it’s a magical world where families laugh, bond, and create unforgettable memories together. Sure, traveling with kids is already an adventure, but throw in a roller coaster…