As you know, Istanbul is divided into European and Asian sides. In the second - European - the most prestigious and modern residential quarters are designed, designed in accordance with the latest architectural methods. One of such quarters is Bashakshehir, which translates as "the city of wheat." Now wealthy people from all over the world are trying to settle there, and earlier wheat was grown on this territory. Hence the name.

Geography of Bashakshehir

Bashakshehir is located, as already mentioned, in the European part of the city, and is a beautiful green area. A river flows through it, flowing into Lake Kuchukchekmece. Bashakshehir borders in the south with the Avcilar region, in the north with Arnavutkoy, in the east it is connected with Eyup and Sultangazi; and is located on the southwestern border of the Esenyurt region. There are forests with evergreen trees - cypresses, pines, which make the air in these places clean and healthy, give harmony and purity to the surrounding spaces.

In no more than 30 minutes drive Bashakshehir from the center of Istanbul. In addition, it is easily accessible from all areas of Istanbul. In addition, it is one of the areas closest to the third airport of Istanbul. All these factors forced state and private institutions to increase the level of their services and maintenance, to build the most modern and convenient residential complexes.

History of Bashakshehir district

At the time of the Ottoman Empire, the current Bashakshehir was called Azatlyk. It produced gunpowder, which was used by the Ottoman army during the wars. But since the area was predominantly agricultural, it was later renamed Resnel Chiftligi (“Resnel Estate”), since it was here that the possessions of the leader of the Young Turkish Revolution, Ahmed Niyazi Bey, nicknamed “Resnel”, were located.

Among the attractions of the region, it is worth noting the Ataturk Olympic Stadium, and it is also planned to open a new higher educational institution or one of the faculties of Istanbul University here.

Bashakshehir's nature

Despite the fact that the urban area of ​​the district is characterized by modern and latest construction objects, Bashakshehir retained green spaces and natural aesthetics thanks to places of pristine picturesque beauty. In addition to all the privileges, this is a huge plus for all those who are going to settle here. This is an abundance of natural and industrial reservoirs that attract tourists; National Park, which is the largest botanical garden in Turkey and Europe, based on an area of ​​368,000 square meters. The park is rich in 5570 different species of flowers and plants (data for 2018). There are many rare plants, as well as 160,000 trees scattered throughout the garden. In addition to the national park, the area has many protected places, which makes it unlike others, creates a special atmosphere.

Educational and entertainment services

The Bashakshehir district is considered one of the best areas to stay in connection with several indisputable advantages of life here. Sports and exhibition centers, many cinemas, shopping centers, the most important of which is the Istanbul shopping center. It also houses prestigious state and international schools, a number of important universities. All this makes the famous district of Bashakshehir a small world in which its inhabitants are provided with all the benefits of civilization and nature.

The Bashakshehir district is constantly developing, and the state is investing millions in the development of the service sector, attracting investors and entrepreneurs, providing this beautiful place with a brilliant future and a luxurious present.

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