Aya Yorgi Church in Istanbul
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Aya Yorgi Church, a beautiful Byzantine treasure opened in 963 AD, sits atop a hill on Büyükada, the largest of the Princes' Islands in Istanbul. This historic Greek Orthodox monastery, also known as St. George Monastery, offers stunning views of the Marmara Sea and the island's serene surroundings. Rated 4.5 stars on Google, it attracts visitors with its impressive architecture, spiritual ambiance, and an observatory on the mountain.
To reach the church, visitors can hike or take an electric taxi along a scenic trail. Once at the top, a cafe/restaurant provides snacks, drinks, and essential facilities like restrooms. Aya Yorgi Church promises a blend of historical reverence and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable experience in Istanbul.
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Adanın en tepe noktası. Çıkması çok zor ve uğraştırıcı ama görülebilir.

Çıkması biraz yorucu olsa da beklediğiniz kadar uzun sürmüyor ve yorulduğunuza değiyor. Kilisenin bulunduğu yerden neredeyse adanın tamamını görebiliyorsunuz, mükemmel bir manzarası var. Kilisenin yanında da renkli bir kafe var. Kilisenin içerisi ise ayrı bir güzel fakat girmeden önce eğer şort, askılı vb. açık kıyafetler giyiyorsanız üstünüze cübbe benzeri bir kıyafet geçirmeniz gerekiyor, zaten girişte bulunuyor bunlar. İçeride iyi korunmuş ve güzel eserler var fakat fotoğraf çekmeniz ve video almanız yasak. Buna rağmen kesinlikle görülmesi gereken bir yer.

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