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Istanbul's Gülhane Parki was
once the palace preserve of Topkapi
Palace, open only to the sultan, his
harem, and other VIPs.
Now it's a public
park open to all.
Located just down the hill north of
Sultanahmet along Alemdar Caddesi,
the park adjoins the Archeological
Museums complex and Topkapi
Palace.
The great old plane trees provide
ample shade for hot summer days, kiosks
sell snacks, drinks and ice cream,
and hundreds of Istanbullus turn out
in Gülhane (GEWL-hah-neh, "Realm of
Roses") for a stroll in pleasant weather—especially
young couples.
Enter through the stone archway on
Alemdar Caddesi just uphill around
the corner from the Gülhane tram stop.
Once through the arches, if you bear
right and walk up the hill you'll come
to the entrance to the Archeological
Museums compound and, beyond that,
the Fourth Court of Topkapi
Palace.
Bear left a bit and
walk along the plane-shaded avenue
to enjoy the park. At the far end is
a hillside teahouse-cafe with
fine views of the Bosphorus.
The tables are sure to be crowded on any nice day (especially on weekends),
so go early if you want one, or be
prepared to wait.
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