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According to the prevailing theory, the Turkish name of Pera, Beyoğlu, is a modification by folk etymology of the Venetian ambassadorial title of Bailo, whose palazzo was the most grandiose structure in this quarter. The informal Turkish-language title Bey Oğlu (literally Son of a Lord) was originally used by the Ottoman Turks to describe Lodovico Gritti, Istanbul-born son of Andrea Gritti, who was the Venetian Bailo in Istanbul during the reign of Sultan Bayezid II and later elected Doge of Venice in 1523.
The Genoese Palace (Palazzo del Comune) was built in 1316 by Montano de Marinis, the Podestà of Galata (Pera), and still remains today in ruins, near the Bankalar Caddesi (Banks Street) in Karaköy, along with its adjacent buildings and numerous Genoese houses from the early 14th century. In 1348 the Genoese built the famous Galata Tower, one of the most prominent landmarks of Istanbul. Pera (Galata) remained under Genoese control until May 29, 1453, when it was conquered by the Ottomans along with the rest of the city. Following the conquest of Constantinople and Pera in 1453, the coast and the low-lying areas were quickly settled by the Turks, but the European presence in the area did not end. Several Roman Catholic churches, as St. Anthony of Padua, SS. Peter and Paul in Galata and St. Mary Draperis were established for the needs of the Levantine population.
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- English speaking guide.
- All entrance fees to Museums and sights.
- Comprehensive sightseeing.
- Deluxe A/C Transport.
- Traditional Turkish meal in Restaurant.
- Soft drinks and water during Coach touring.
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- All tips to guides, escorts, drivers and hotel and restaurant staff
- All items of a personal nature, including beverages, wines, liqueurs, tea, coffee, mineral water, phone calls, laundry/valet service and food other than stated in the itinerary.
- Any other item not specifically mentioned as being included.
- Baggage, Travel insurance
- Porterage
- Accommodation
- International & Domestic flights
Itinerary
Begin your day with a visit to the fascinating Dolmabahce Palace, the magnificent palace built between 1843 and 1856 that represents the westernization of the Ottoman Empire. Visit the Galata Tower built by the Genoese in 1348. The Old Pera was given to them by the Ottoman Empire because of their help in defeating a Crusade. After a short gentle walk we take the oldest functioning metros in the world. The “Tunel”, Completed in 1873, it is the shortest metro ever built. It connects Karakoy to Beyoglu, followed by window-shopping in the district of Beyoglu a drink offered in “Cicek pasaji” return to hotel. (L)
Departure:
Min. pax = 2 (two persons) Pick-up time at 09:00 – Drop-off time at 18:30
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