Anadolu Hisarı, built on an area of ​​7.000 m2 in the narrowest point of the Bosphorus at a distance of 660 meters, comes from inner and outer castle walls and from inner and outer castles. Having lost its importance after the conquest of Istanbul, the Anatolian Castle began to be considered as a settlement area. A part of the Anatolian citadel is seen as a part of the ruins of the present day.

Anadolu Hisarı is a building built by Yıldırım Beyazıt in 1395. This fortress, which is very important for the Genoese in terms of the passage of the throat, also carried the same importance for the Ottomans. Faced with this fortress is the Rumeli citadel built by Fatih Sultan Mehmet. When you look at the architectural structure, you can see the fortress walls of 3 meters thick with the walls and inner walls. There are 3 towers built on the outer fortress walls with the aim of protection. In addition, it is located in the culverts prepared with the purpose of placing balls in outer walls.

Anadolu Hisarı Breakfast Places

Anadolu Hisar, which has an important place with its documenary and historical background, includes breakfast and eating places such as Big Chefs, Göksu Cafe, Dere Fish, Göksu Marina, Pregio. These places that serve the customers with their views, rich food types and delicious tastes are among the places that should be seen absolutely during the visit of Anadolu Hisarı.

Where and How will Anatolian Fortress Go?

Hisar is located in the same name district of Beykoz district of Istanbul.

It is possible to reach Anadolu Hisar from all over Istanbul. If coming from the Anatolian side, it will be possible to reach the Anadolu Hisar with buses and dolmas from the Üsküdar Square and from the European side by passing through the FSM bridge or by city ferry ferry services.