Famous for its sunset views of Istanbul and Bosphorus, Çamlıca Hill offers a uniquely pleasant retreat with its fresh air and the pavilions.
In many poems and works of literature, Istanbul is known for its seven hills, Çamlıca is the tallest of the seven. Camlica Hill, which is also mentioned in many songs, is located in Üsküdar. The most beautiful sunsets in the entire city can be viewed from this hill. Among the many locations visible from Çamlıca are the Prince Islands, Sultanahmet, Süleymaniye and Ortaköy. As you will see, the view certainly does justice to the silhouette of Istanbul that it encompasses.
The hill is divided into two separate sections: Büyük and Küçük Çamlıca. Without doubt, it provides a warm welcome to those who would like to view the panoramic beauty of Istanbul and the Bosphorus and the unique beauty of an Istanbul sunset. In addition to the hill’s famous views, it is also home to many cafes, where you can get your fill of the unique pleasure that narghile offers. Often newly-married couples make trips to Çamlıca Hill after their ceremony, further adding to the lively atmosphere on the hill.
Breakfast over the Bosphorus
Due to the fact that the Ottoman sultans paid a good deal of attention and appreciation to the area, Çamlıca is also the site of many pavilions. As expressions of the splendour and joie de vivre of the Ottoman sultanate, these pavilions most of which still exist today helped to make Çamlıca what it is. Today they provide an excellent setting for an Istanbul brunch, and their natural beauty offers succour to many an Istanbul resident who has grown exhausted from the bustle of urban life. In these surroundings, you can enjoy the flavor of tea or a Turkish coffee.
The Sofa, Cihannüma, Topkapı and Su pavilions, all of which demonstrate the elegance and detail of Ottoman architecture, are all located within the Küçük Çamlıca Woods. If you want to give yourself the gift of a brunch, while taking in the incomparable views of the Bosphorus during your trip to Istanbul, the establishments located in these pavilions will surely satisfy you with their diverse breakfast menus. At these pavilions, you will find a wide variety of food, along with hot and cold drinks. They are open from 09.00-23.00.
Camlica Hill is on the Asian side of Istanbul and here you can view both sides on the top of the hill on a clear day but the weather must be good in order for you to see these wonderful views.
best place to watch istanbul but it would be too cold in winter. Amazing in summer.
A great experience for a foreign tourist, to be only with locals. The most surrealistic are the giant TV antenna towers!!It is the highest hill around, with view to both the European side,Marmara Sea and the Prince Islands.Not only the way to reach the hill gets you in the heart of the Asian side of Istanbul, but also,mendling with the…
If you have the money take a cab from Üsküdar, if you have time its more fun to ride the bus with the locals before you take the little hike to Camlica. Its one of the most scenic places you could visit, and pictures taken there are lifetime memorabilias.
We traveled to Camlica Hill after we crossed the Bosporus bridge from the European to the Asian side. our driver had a special parking space for 10 Lyra which got us well up the hill. It is a good walk to the top of the hill with a photo op of the City on the way. Tourists are vastly outnumbered…
There is a top of İstabul… You can see all of İstanbul between the two bridges.. you can drink a Turkish cofee and listen yourself.
in day time different, night time different view, verry mysthical.
This is the hill with all the aerials on it. We drove up the hill and there were many many people there. We also saw quite a few brides who walk around just before or after the wedding for everyone to see her.
We then went into the Municipality restaurant which is a quaint experience. It feels like a glass…