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This
horn-shaped estury, divides European Istanbul. One of the best natural
harbors in the world, the Byzantine and Ottoman navies and commercial shipping
interests were centered here. Today, lovely parks and promenades line the
shores where the setting sun dyes the water a golden color. At Fener and
Balat, neighborhoods midway up the Golden Horn, whole streets of old wooden
hauses, churches and synagogues date from Byzantine and Ottoman times.
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Golden Horn |
The
Orthhodox Patriarchy resides here at Fener. Eyup, a little further up,
reflects the Ottoman style of architecture.
Cemeteries sprinkled with dark cypress trees cover the hillsides. Many pilgrims come to the tomb of Eyup in the hope that their prayers will be granted. |
Greek orthodox Patriarchy, Fener |
The Pierre Loti Cafe, atop the hill overlooking the shrine is a wonderfull place to enjoy the tranquility of the view.
