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İstiklal Caddesi, also known as İstiklal Avenue, is a 1.4-kilometer-long pedestrian street in the historic Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey ¹. It's one of the most famous avenues in the city, and its name, which means "Independence Avenue," commemorates Turkey's triumph in its War of Independence ¹.

This iconic street is lined with stunning late Ottoman-era buildings in various architectural styles, including Neo-Classical, Neo-Gothic, Renaissance Revival, Beaux-Arts, Art Nouveau, and First Turkish National Architecture ¹. You'll find a mix of old and new Istanbul here, with historic buildings now housing boutiques, music stores, art galleries, cinemas, theaters, libraries, cafes, pubs, nightclubs, hotels, patisseries, chocolateries, and restaurants ¹.

Some popular attractions along İstiklal Avenue include:

Historic Landmarks:
Galatasaray High School, the oldest secondary school in Turkey
Hüseyin Ağa Mosque
Roman Catholic churches of Santa Maria Draperis and S. Antonio di Padova
Greek Orthodox church of Hagia Triada ¹
Cultural Centers:
Yapı Kredi Art Gallery
Beyoğlu Sanat Galerisi
Akbank Sanat Galerisi
SALT Beyoğlu ¹ ²
Shopping and Dining:
Grand Pera, home to Madame Tussauds Istanbul
Çiçek Pasajı, a lively passage with restaurants and taverns
Fish Market
Various international chain stores ¹ ²

İstiklal Avenue is also famous for its nostalgic tram, which runs along the street every 15 minutes ¹. You can explore the area by riding the charming red Nostaljik Tramvay or by walking down the street, taking in the sights and sounds of this vibrant part of Istanbul ³