What is the Asian side of Turkey called?

Anatolian Side
The Asian Side (Turkish: Asya Yakası) or the Anatolian Side (Anadolu Yakası, which is the more common designation for the area in Turkish) is the half of Istanbul that is on the Asian mainland, east of the Bosphorus.

How can I have fun in Istanbul?

62 Fun & Unusual Things to Do in Istanbul, Turkey

1. 1 – Admire the postcard-worthy Hagia Sophia.
2. 2 – Admire the Blue Mosque.
3. 3 – Explore the Topkapi Palace.
4. 4 – Go underground at the Basilica Cistern.
5. 5 – Take a look at the Süleymaniye Mosque.
6. 6 – Chug along the Bosphorus on a boat tour.

Is Istanbul half in Asia?

One part of Istanbul lies in Europe and the other part lies in Asia. Istanbul’s European part is separated from its Asian part by the Bosphorus strait, a 31-km-long waterway that connects the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara, and forms a natural boundary between the two continents.

Is Taksim in Europe or Asia?

Taksim Square (Turkish: Taksim Meydanı, IPA: [ˈtaksim ˈmejdanɯ]), situated in Beyoğlu in the European part of Istanbul, Turkey, is a major tourist and leisure district famed for its restaurants, shops, and hotels. It is considered the heart of modern Istanbul, with the central station of the Istanbul Metro network.

How do you get from Asia to the European side of Istanbul?

Europe and Asia are separated by the Bosphorus Strait, which connects the Marmara Sea and the Black Sea. There are three very large suspension bridges that connect the European and Asian shores of Istanbul, but also vapors (ferries in Turkish) that go all day round (see our article on public transport).

Which side of Istanbul is nicer?

Originally Answered: What is better Istanbul Asia or Istanbul Europe? The European side is where most of the more famous tourist attractions are. The Asian side is much less touristy, but pleasant.