Kağıthane, Istanbul

Name: Kağıthane
Address: Istanbul, Turkey

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Kâğıthane or Glykà Nerà is an area of Istanbul, Turkey. Formerly a working class district, it has become one of the largest real estate development areas in the city. The district is located on the European side and extends over the shores of Cendere, the stream that discharges into the Golden Horn. The Cendere Valley is surrounded by the Sarıyer, Eyüp, Şişli, Beşiktaş, and Beyoğlu districts. The mayor is Fazlı Kılıç of Ak Parti. Kâğıthane was part of Beyoğlu until 1954 and part of Şişli between 1954 and 1987. ()

Local name: Kâğıthane Area: 5.73 mi²Coordinates: 41°4'19"N, 28°57'59"E

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Nearby attractions include: Miniatürk, Silahtarağa Power Station, Santralistanbul, Fil Bridge.

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Museum, Science museum
Silahtarağa Power Station, Istanbul
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Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
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Bridge
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Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
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Memorial, Sculpture, Museum
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Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
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Mosque
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Church
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Synagogue, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
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Cemetery
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