T1 tram scheme in istanbul. Istanbul from the tram window, or from cabatas to zeytinburnu. Metrobus or express bus

Public transport in Istanbul is very well developed and includes buses, trams, dolmush minibuses, metro, ferries and funiculars. And, of course, taxis. To begin with, let's look at the types of transport that are available in Istanbul, and how to pay for travel.

The big disadvantage is that these routes are not united into a single network: at transfer stations, you need to exit through the turnstile and re-enter the other line through its turnstiles. At first glance, Istanbul's public transport scheme seems very complicated. But don't be afraid. Now let's figure it out.

Buses in Istanbul

The number and final stops of buses are indicated above the windshield. The list of main stops is located on the side of the doors. Opening hours from 06:30 to 23:30.

You can see Istanbul bus routes on the official website

Metrobuses (Istanbul Express Bus)

Metrobuses have their own dedicated lane, which helps a lot to get to the place during rush hour. By metrobus you can get from the European side of Istanbul to the Asian side of the Bosphorus Bridge. They go almost every minute. But they are of little interest to us, since they do not pass near the sights and tourist places.

Dolmushi

Dolmushi, they are familiar to us minibuses, are more expensive than buses, but move around the city faster. There are dolmushi for 8 passengers or 15. Usually they are yellow or beige. The route is written on the windshield. They stop on demand at any place, both for disembarking and for boarding passengers. Payment only in cash.

Istanbul Metro

There are currently 7 metro lines in Istanbul (5 in the European part of the city, 2 in the Asian part). The construction of new stations is proceeding rapidly.

Opening hours Istanbul metro - from 6:00 to 0:00.

Below are the routes for each line.

1. M1A: Yenikapı - Ataturk Khavalimany (Airport) and M1B: Yenikapy - Kirazly (red color).

The transfer at these lines is made at the Otogar station.

The most important metro line. It can be reached from Ataturk Airport to the Bayrampasa bus station (Otogar station) or the historical center of Istanbul - Sultanahmet (at Zeytinburnu station you need to transfer to the T1 light rail line).

2. M2: Yenikapy - Hadzhiosman-Seyrantep (green color).

Connected to the M1 line. It connects the tourist center (Taksim, Istiklal, Beyoglu) with the sleeping areas of the north of Istanbul, Aksaray, Yenikapı pier.

3. M3: Kirazly - Olympiat - Basaksehir (blue color).

The branch leads to sleeping areas.

4. M4: Kadikoy - Kartal (pink color).

M4 - the metro line is located in the Asian part of Istanbul and connects the sleeping areas with the Kadikoy pier. They want to bring the metro line to the Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

5. M5: Uskudar - Chekmekoy-Sancaktepe (purple).

The metro line is located in the Asian side of Istanbul. Opened in 2017.

6. M6: Levent - University / Hisaryustu (brown color).

7. M7. Mecidiyekoy - Mahmutbey

City tram (Modern Tram)

The modern city tram has two routes.

The first one is called T1, goes along the route Kabatas-Bagcilar Merkezu. Length 19.5 km, 32 stops.

Second - T4- Topkapi - Mesjid-i Selam, will soon be extended to Habibler. It is sometimes referred to as the light metro.

Line hours are from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Historic tram (Nostalgic Tram)

Attraction for tourists in Istanbul: two lines of trams with old carriages.

Route T3 opened in 1990 in the Asian part of the city, connects the Kadikoy bus station and the Moda district. This is a circular route. The length is 2.6 km, has 10 stops, the whole takes 21 minutes.

Route T5 opened November 1, 2003 in the European part of the city. It runs along Istiklal Boulevard, between Taksim Square and the Tunel underground funicular station. Length 1.64 km, 5 stops.

Funiculars

There are two lines of underground funiculars in Istanbul. One connects Karakoy and Beyoglu, and the second Kabatas and Taksim.

first line F2 also called Tunel. It opened in 1895. Its length is 573 m, the trip takes 1.5 minutes. A kind of another attraction of the city.

New funicular line F1, 594 meters long, connects the Kabatas tram station with the Taksim metro stop. Built in 2006.

Marmaray

The new line is laid under the Bosphorus and connects the European and Asian parts of the city. There are three stops at Yenikapı, Sirkeci and Uskudar. In addition, the Yenikapı station is connected to the light metro line and the regular metro line.

Water transport

One of the most convenient means of transport in Istanbul are the ferries. They help to avoid traffic jams, you can quickly move from the Asian part to the European one and vice versa. The main ferry piers on the European side are Eminenu (near the Galata Bridge, from the side of the Topkapı Palace) and Karakoy (on the other side of the Galata Bridge). On the Asian side: Uskudar and Kadikoy.

For lovers of water transport is offered. A very interesting adventure.

cable car

There are also two ropeways in the city.

The first passes over the Democracy Park, between the districts of Machka and Tashkyshla. Opened in 1993. The length of the cable car is 333 m. There are two cabins for 6 people each.

The second was opened in 2005 and runs between the historic district of Eyup and Pierre Loti's cafe on the hill.

Taxi in Istanbul

Taxis in Istanbul are yellow. It can be caught on the street, but it is better to look for it in special parking lots or order by phone. Make sure the driver has turned on the meter. When ordering a taxi, calculate the time. Istanbul is a big metropolis and it's not always the fastest way to get to your destination due to traffic.

Do not be afraid of public transport in Istanbul - once you pass and you will figure it out. Schemes of all types of transport are in the tourist maps of the city, which can be taken free of charge at information centers. Well, if in doubt, then ask the locals! They are very understanding towards tourists.

How to pay for public transport

1. Cash. The most familiar way to pay for travel for most of us;
2. Tokens (Jeton, Token). The tokens are used to pay for the metro, ferry, tram and funicular. You need to buy tokens in vending machines for tokens (Jetonmatik). The cost is 5 lire;
3. Istanbul Kart (İstanbulKart) is a single electronic ticket for paying for travel by metro, bus, metrobus, tram, ferry, funicular. The fare on the card is much lower than when using tokens. The cost also depends on the type of transport and there is a discount system if you make several transfers within 2 hours. To pass, you need to attach the card to the reader.

Istanbul Kart (İstanbulKart): where to buy and how much it costs

When purchasing an e-card for the first time, remember that you will also have to pay a deposit for the card itself. You can return this deposit by returning the card after use. The deposit for the card is 6 lira.

1. In kiosks with the inscription "İstanbulKart". There are a lot of them around the city;
2. At Ataturk Airport. Going down to the Havalimanı metro station, you will see machines selling Istanbul cards and tokens. The cost is 10 liras (6 - deposit, 4 - in the account). The card is issued ready for use. It is better to have a banknote of 10 lira. Nearby, in the machine, you can replenish the card for the required amount.
3. At Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Near the E10 bus stop, which is next to the exit from the terminal, you can also buy an Istanbulkart at a kiosk.
4. In special vending machines Istanbulkart (İstanbulkart satiş noktasi). They can be found at metro stations, bus and tram stops.

How to top up the Istanbulkart card

• In kiosks - points of sale of cards;
• In kiosks where there is a sign "IstanbulKart Dolumu" (Istanbulkart replenishment);
• In automatic machines. Machines don't give change

How to return Istanbulkart

The card can only be redeemed at state-run İstanbulKart sales kiosks. You will receive a deposit of 6 lira back.

Attention! The rest of the money on the card is non-refundable.

One card can be bought for several people, but in this case the discount system will be valid only for the first passenger, for the rest the fare will be full.

If you plan to stay in Istanbul for more than a day or two, then it is definitely beneficial for you to purchase an Istanbul card. Otherwise, it is easier to pay the fare in cash. Children under 6 years old travel free of charge.

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Friends, hello everyone!

Istanbul today is a huge anthill with a population already close to 15 million people, a good half of whom are simply forced to move from one part of the city to another almost every day.

For those who live in metropolitan areas and are familiar with the daily routine "to work - from work" should understand what we are talking about. Despite the very, very modern public transport system here, according to statistics, each inhabitant on average spends 91 minutes on transport links during the day.

And this, sorry, oh and time to spare for personal self-development! 1.5 hours a day - this is not for you to run to the next stall for bread and not to drive to the market across the road. More time is running out than necessary.

Light metro and M1A and M1B lines

This is "our answer to Chamberlain" and a modern solution to the issue How to get to Ataturk Airport from the center of Istanbul in one vial. It is on this metro that I put when I close the issue of transfer from / to Ataturk Airport in the article.

The project started in 1989, and in 2002 this branch reached the airport.

Why is M1 called light metro? This is because it mainly has surface stations, as opposed to the traditional underground metro. At its core, it is no different from the T4 tram line, but has slightly different declared characteristics.

The M1 branch is split into 2 components: M1A And M1B . Look at the diagram (if it’s not very clear, then your eyes should scatter at the station Otogar ):

The more popular M1A branch comes from Ataturk airport straight to the station Yenikapi. Such a knight's move, today in conjunction with the modern Marmaray project, closes the problem of the reach of the country's main airport from the Asian part of the city.

Branch M1A has 18 stations and has the main transit crossings at stops:

• Merter- Wholesale center. Transfer to metrobus.
• Zeytinburnu- Big hub. Transfer to metrobus, tram T1(the best option) and buses in almost all directions in the European part of the city.
• Otogar is the main bus station in Istanbul. Here it intersects with the second branch M1B.
• Aksarai- the former final. Tram line crossing T1(worse version), as well as a lot of bus routes.
• Yenikapi– the final station in a large seaport. Can you take the train Marmaray, which under the Bosphorus will take you to the Asian part of the city and to the ferries to Bursa or Yalova.

Same as tram T1, light rail line M1A is of decisive importance for stray travelers.

Attention! Be careful when departing towards the airport from any station before the branching of two branches (Otogar station) the final direction on the leading car should be Ataturk Havalimani, but not Kirazli .

Operates from 06:00 to 00:30. The interval of movement is 3-10 minutes. Fare 5.00 Lira or 2.60 Lira Istanbulkart. More about.

Underground metro - branches M2, M3, M4, M5 and M6

Following the appearance in 1989 of the first branch of the M1 metro, the next branch of the M2, this time already fully underground, opened only in 2000. And its southern extension reached the port Yenikapi only in 2013.

In general, I want to note that only in the last 3 years, Istanbul transport has acquired its versatility. In general, the development of all transport as a whole, as a single system, took place literally before our eyes already in the 21st century. Prior to this, all transportation was carried out by buses and ferries. Can you imagine this road collapse?

• Metro line M2 unites Seaport of Yenikapy , the center of the old town Aksayray , the center of the new city Taksim and the northern districts of Istanbul, passing through the Golden Horn Strait along the metro bridge.
• Branch M3 brings residents of sleeping areas to the intersection with a light metro line M1B. Probably none of the tourists have ever been here then))
• Metro line M4 is located entirely on the Asian side of Istanbul and connects the piers and Kadikoy bus station with remote densely populated areas of the city.
• Branch M5 on the Asian side takes passengers away from the berths Usküdar .
• M6 shorty branch, soiled from the branch M2 at the station Levant .

The main scheme of all lines:

Today, the Istanbul metro has about 70 stations and about 30 more are under construction. Several new branches are next in line: M7 - M13.

The average speed is 60 km/h, and the interval is from 3 to 10 minutes. Open from 06:00 to 00:30. Fare 5.00 Lira or 2.60 Lira Istanbulkart .

For a more up-to-date status of Istanbul metro stations for today, visit the official website: www.metro.istanbul/en

Mainline trams

An interesting fact is that trams in Istanbul received their second birth only in 1990, when a tourist route was launched along Istiklal Street. The people took the project with a bang and the further fate of the revival of the tram system got on wheels.

From 1872 to 1912, the city's trams were horse-drawn. In 1912, they acquired electric motors and became the main means of transportation until 1966.

The reasons for the departure of the tram from the stage at that time were the increased traffic and the lack of lanes specially allocated for them. For some time, trams were replaced by more low-speed trolleybuses , but this idea was subsequently abandoned. But just like in Buenos Ares and Tunisia, the authorities were forced to bring trams back on stage.

So, today in Istanbul there are 2 main tram routes T1 and T4.

Tram T1

T1 is the most popular public transport route for tourists. First, he works in conjunction with the subway M1A in the scheme "to get from the airport" , and secondly, it passes through the most noteworthy places of the old city center up to the final station Kabatas .

But there is also something for tourists to do! Dolmbahce Palace, piers for pleasure boats and a funicular to Taksim Square and the pedestrian Istiklal Street adjacent to it.

On the route map T1 marked with a blue line.

Tram T4

Tram T4 less popular with tourists, but vital for residents of the northern regions of the European part of the city. Only in this way without traffic jams and literally in half an hour they can reach the central areas of the city.

Tram T4 moves along a separate section of the road and, accordingly, traffic jams have no power over it. The route came to life only in 2007. It is also called the light metro because 11 of its 22 stations are underground.

The work schedule is the same: from 06:00 to 00:00 every 2-5 minutes. In addition, trams have a separate dedicated lane, which clearly affects the benefits of using them, especially during peak hours. Payment is the same as in the metro 5.00 lira and 2.60 lira by card.

On some maps, you can find the T2 tram marking today's T5 route along Istiklal Street on official maps. I don’t know how legitimate it is to make such designations, but in fact the T2 route has merged into the T1 route and seems to have disappeared from the scene.

Historic trams T3 and T5 (T2)

Historical tram T5 along Istiklal Street was put on rails in 1990 as an experiment. The success of this venture served as the "second coming" of tram lines to the streets of Istanbul.

The route has only 5 stations and the tram runs on the line from 7.00 to 20.00. Movement interval 30 minutes. Tobish rather ride than get somewhere.

In addition to the entertainment load, the tram is a good help for those who wish to loop the route with the help of 2 funiculars. After all, end stations Taksim And Tunel are also finite for funiculars F1 and F2 , which we'll talk about a little later.

For some reason, during our visit, he was not on the route. Therefore, we did the entire descent along the pedestrian street with our legs.

Movement tram T3 laid in the Asian part of the city and made in the form of a ring. The 10-station route circles the popular Moda shopping area in the Kadikoy part of town.

Schedule every 10 minutes from 07.00 to 21.00. Payment is the same as everywhere else 2.60/5.00 lira.

Funiculars of Istanbul

Funicular F1

In historical terms, it does not carry any load. This is a modern route, opened in 2006, which connects the terminal station of the T1 tram - Kabatas And taksim square . About 600 meters of tracks and 75 meters of vertical drop. A few minutes and you are on the surface. Unfortunately, the movement is carried out in impenetrable darkness.

At Taksim Square, you can transfer to metro line M2 or walk down to the Galata area along the never-fading Istiklal Street.

At the entrance to the metro there is an electronic dial with the time until the next departure, so it's always easy for you to determine if it's worth straining "Manya, let's run!" or you can safely inspect the decoration of walls and ceilings.

The interval of movement is 5 minutes.

Funicular F2

But this rare trailer, which in the old days is simply called Tunnel , is the oldest representative of the underground metro in Europe.

Only its counterpart in London is older, but this island state has nothing to do with Europe.

It began to function back in 1875 on horse traction until 1910, when the train was electrified. In 1971, the wooden upholstery was changed to iron, in which it flaunts to this day.

The length of the path is 580 meters, and the height difference is 60m. Trailer connects two districts Karakoy And Galata and a tram station T1 Karakoy and metro lines M2 Sishane. Read more about the regions.

The interval of movement is 5, 6, 7 ... minutes or a little more)) Payment is standard.

Cable car TF1 and TF2

A part of the Istanbul transport system that I have not studied practically. I only know that it operates on the same payment system, which is already a big plus!

First line of booths TF1 takes height in the area Democracy Park , slightly above the Dolmbahce Palace and the stadium of the Besiktas football team.

The length of the suspension is 333 meters (each) on which 2 six-seater cabins slide. The journey takes 3 minutes.

I have a suspicion that this is the work of the Hilton hotel chain, so as not to run to each other over the hill. On one side is the Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus hotel, and on the other is the Hilton Parksa Istanbul.

Second line TF2 was stretched in 2005 between the coast of the Golden Horn and hill pierre lotti . There is a famous cafe and a cemetery on the hill. So your fellow travelers can be both tourists and a funeral procession.

Italian designers Leitner Group managed to build here the most expensive cableway in Turkey for 5 million Euros.

It is worth noting that on both slopes, where cable cars are located, there are pedestrian alternatives.

In custody

Friends, no matter how I tried to be brief and concise, I didn’t succeed in a moderately well-fed text. In connection with the newly discovered circumstances, I am forced to announce that wheeled transport and maritime communication will have to be devoted already.

I promise to cover in detail and intelligibly all the bright and dark sides of these types of communication, as well as to emphasize the details for tourists in terms of "What do we care?" .

Istanbul is truly multifaceted, but not as confusing as it might seem at first glance. With proper preparation and possession of the materiel, which, your trip will go with a bang.

Happy weekdays and amazing weekend!

« Tram to build ... is not to buy a donkey"

I. Ilf, E. Petrov. "The twelve Chairs"

Among the many historical places, extraordinary architectural structures and amazingly beautiful views that open before the eyes of a person who first came to, somehow such a seemingly ordinary phenomenon as tram. And, by the way, in order to get from point “A” to point “B” in the fastest and also cheapest way, it is best to use the services of the metro, ferry or tram. These funds are convenient, comfortable, and most importantly, they run exactly on schedule, since they do not depend on ( tram practically the same) from the numerous traffic jams that constantly arise on the streets of the metropolis. But if the ferry doesn’t land on the part of the coast that you like, and you can’t see anything interesting from the windows of the subway car except for the walls of the tunnel, then it’s a completely different matter. tram. And you can see everything perfectly, and if you wish, you can get off at the nearest stop to the place you are interested in, the name of which is not only announced loudly, but also displayed on the light panel in the passenger compartment. Just perfect conditions for the first acquaintance with the city. Of course, one should not forget that tram still not a tourist bus, which provides a guide and individual seats, but just one of the inexpensive types.

Istanbul tram

Fındıklı (Findikly)

Stop at Meclis-i Mebusan street, which runs along the coastal park Findykly. The southern end of the park, decorated with abstract sculptures, closes the buildings, and in the center of the park stands the work of Sinan himself - (Molla Çelebi Camii) often called (Fındıklı Camii). On the other side of the Meclis-i Mebusan street, opposite, on the hillside is visible.

Tophane

Before the stop, on the left in the direction of travel, on Meclis-i Mebusan street -, and, opposite which, on the other side of the street, the buildings of the former (Tophane-i Amire) rise. Behind on the very shore, it is located. Tram stops almost opposite the one built by Sinan, past which Tophane İskele Cad. leads to the passenger terminal for cruise ships. Further tram the line runs along Kemeraltı street.

Karaköy (Karaköy)

This last stop tram in the county is located right in front across the bay. To the left of the stop, along the coast, Rıhtım street with many fish restaurants. There is also a ferry pier and a unique underground one. On the other side of Kemeraltı street is the entrance to Tunel(tünel - tunnel) - the first underground funicular in, in the retro trailer of which you can climb to (Tünel Meydanı) at the southwestern end). From the embankment of Rıhtım Street and from there are beautiful views of the mouth and Cape Sarayburnu with.

Eminönü (Eminönü)

Gulhane (Gulhane)

Climbing up the narrow Muradiye Cad. and Hudavendigar Cad. tram stops near the fortress wall Sur-y Sultani(Sur-ı Sultani - Sultan's Wall), stretching from the Sea of ​​Marmara in the south to the bay in the north and enclosing Cape Sarayburnu from the city. Behind a high wall -. The entrance to it is ahead along the way. tram beyond, from which the fortress wall turns to the southeast. Opposite is the so-called. From the park along Osman Hamdi Bey Yokuşu, you can climb to Istanbul and go past the buildings to - the first courtyard (to the cash desks of the palace and).

Sultanahmet (Sultanahmed)

Turning onto Alemdar street tram the line passes by and , and after crossing with Yerebatan street near, it goes to Divan Yolu Cad. to Sultanahmet stop. This is a tourist center. , - only a short list of attractions in the immediate vicinity. And right next to the stop -.

Çemberlitas

Before the stop, on the right in the direction of travel tram, there is a majestic, and next to it a three-story mansion in which the only one in Turkey is open. Immediately behind the museum building are popular Turkish ones. Right next to the bus stop tram rises, and a little ahead of the old one. From the stop, past a large parking lot, Vezirhan street goes to and enter through the Nur-u Osmaniye kapısı gate.

Beyazıt-Kapalıçarşı (Bayazid-Kapalıcharshi)

To the stop BeyazIt-KapalIcarşI tram the line is laid along Yeniçeriler Street, which continues Divan Yolu Cad. Right along the way tram An excellent example of Ottoman classical architecture is the charitable one with a mausoleum and an elegant sebil fountain, built at the end of the 16th century by order of the Grand Vizier Koca Sinan Pasha. Next is, and almost opposite it, on the other side of Yeniçeriler Street, built in the 17th century by order of another great vizier Kara Mustafa Pasha Merzifonlu. To the right of the stop and the entrance to the Beyazıt kapısı gate. Çadırcılar street leads to, which then passes into Fuat Paşa street.

Laleli-Universite (Laleli-University)

After the Beyazıt-Kapalıçarşı stop, Yeniçeriler Street, passing along the edge, changes its name to Ordu Cad. The other end of the square is decorated with monumental gates leading to the territory and the building of the madrasah at, now given under. Rising in the background. On the left, right along the pedestrian sidewalk, there are fragments that have been preserved from the building that was here in Byzantine times. Forum Feodosiya. Tram stops in front of a monumental building, also owned (library and faculty of humanities and natural sciences). To and further to on Şehzadebaşi Cad. leads Büyük Reşit Paşa street passing by it. On the other hand, Ordu Cad. lies an area of ​​narrow, crooked streets descending to the coast of the Sea of ​​​​Marmara, which is called Laleli(Laleli). It is very popular among small traders who come here from various CIS countries (Russia, Ukraine, Belarus) and Eastern Europe to buy bulk lots of inexpensive goods (textiles, shoes, clothes, leather goods), many of which are produced right there.

Aksaray (Aksaray)

Ordu street between Laleli–Üniversite and Aksaray stops on the right side in the direction of travel tram decorates . Aksaray - last stop tram in the historical district, located in front of a large three-level traffic interchange between Ordu Street and Atatürk Boulevard, which used to be the administrative border between the district and the district. On the opposite side of the intersection stands a neo-gothic building. Under Aksaray square(Aksaray Meydanı) Since 1973, a large underground shopping center Aksaray Yeraltı Çarşısı has been open (daily except Sun from 09.00 to 18.30, www.aksarayyeralticarsisi.com) with more than a hundred shops selling clothes, shoes and leather goods. TO Fatih park, (Valens Aqueduct), and leads Atatürk Boulevard (up, north) to its intersection with Şehzadebaşi Street. In the other direction (to the south), Atatürk Boulevard, which turns into Gazi Mustafa Kemal Paşa Street, leads to Yenikapı railway platform, Kennedy Street, laid along the coast of the Marmara Sea and jetty of Yenikapi(Yenikapı Feribot Termminalı), serving sea buses and high-speed car ferries (Bandirma, Yalova, Bursa).

Yusufpasha (Yusufpasha)

After Aksaray Square tram the line goes along Turgut Özal street. At the Yusufpaşa stop, you can transfer to the "light" metro trains (Hafif Metro) running along the route from Aksaray to (M1). Another possibility to transfer to the trains of this metro line will be only at the Zeytinburnu stop. Aksaray metro station is located on Adnan Menderes Blv., on the right side along the way tram, just a 10-15 minute walk from the Yusufpaşa stop. Halfway between stops tram and the metro station is old.

Haseki (Haseki)

Opposite the stop, on the left side along the way tram, on Turgut Özal Cad. located Haseki State Hospital and Medical Training and Research Center(Haseki Eğitim Araştirma Hastanesi, www.hasekihastanesi.gov.tr). To from the Haseki stop is Dr. Adnan Adıvar, starting right behind the Haseki hospital (a little back along the tram).

Fındıkzade (Findykzade)

Stop on Turgut Özal street.

Çapa Şehremini (Chapa Shekhrimini)

On the right side of the stop is the campus of the Faculty of Medicine (İstanbul Üniversitesi Çapa Tıp Fakültesi).

Pazartekke (Pazartekke)

This is the last stop tram in the district, located not far from the city, for many centuries served as reliable protection. TO Topkapi Square(Topkapı Meydanı) and former the city gate of St. Roman(restored in 1950), which received the name after the conquest Topkapi(Topkapı - Cannon gates) leads Topkapı street, starting on the right side (along the way tram) from Turgut Özal Cad. At the eastern end of Topkapı Square is the Sinan-designed building, and at the western end, not far from the city walls, Armenian Apostolic (Gregorian) Church of St. Nikoghayos(Surp Nigogayos, Posta Yolu Cad., No:159) and Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas(Aya Nikola Rum Ortodoks Kilisesi, Karatay Sok., No:1) with the sacred spring of St. George. Just outside the Topkapi gate is the territory of the new urban Topkapi park(Topkapı Şehir Parkı) at the western end of which, next to the E-5 highway,.

And on Kurkçu Bostanı Sok. (at the very beginning of Topkapı street, right behind the old mosque Kyurkchubashi Ahmed Shemseddin turn right) is the grave of a righteous Muslim who died several centuries ago and is known by the name Oruch-baba(Oruç - fasting during the month of Ramadan; Baba - father). Completely devoted to Allah, he lived a spiritual life, not at all caring about anything worldly, and his food was only a piece of bread moistened with a few drops of vinegar. Today, hundreds of devout Muslims (especially women) gather on the days of the holy month near the holy grave (Oruç Baba Türbesi), and when the time comes for the evening conversation - “iftar”, they eat only bread with vinegar, hoping in the future for the intercession and protection of the righteous Oruch-baba

Topkapi (Topkapi)

Before Topkapı stop tram the line passes through a wide gap in the ancients (the result of road works in the 1950s) and enters the district on the southwestern edge of the new Topkapi city park(Topkapı Şehir Parkı). Not far from here, in the valley of the long-dry Likos stream, in the early morning of May 29, 1453, having destroyed, after 54 days of siege, a section of the city wall with artillery fire, the assault detachments of the Sultan's army broke through the defenses of the defenders, led by Emperor Constantine XI himself. The exposition of the Historical Museum is dedicated to this historical event. The building of the Panorama Museum is located next to the Topkapı stop. located further southeast, on the edge of the old Topkapi Turkish cemetery(Topkapı Mezarlıĝı).

Cevizlibağ Atatürk Öğrenci Yurdu

Near the stop is a large student town Cevizlibag, bearing the name (Cevizlibağ A.Ö.Yurdu). Mevlevihane Street leads past the Adile Mermerci Uygulama Hotel and the Professional Textile Lyceum (Zeytinburnu Tekstil Meslek Lisesi).

Merkezefendi (Merkezefendi)

Stop at Gümüşsuyu Davutpaşa street in the Merkez Efendi quarter.

Seyitnizam (Seyitnizam)

Mithatpasha (Mithatpasha)

Stop at Seyyid Nizam Street, in the dreary residential area of ​​Çırpıcı.

Zeytinburnu (Zeytinburnu)

A large interchange hub on the western edge of the district. Close to stop tram route T1 is the station of the "light" metro (Hafif Metro) line M1, connecting Aksaray and.

Attractions map. Istanbul from the window tram

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Istanbul is the largest Turkish city with a developed infrastructure. There are many buses and trams in the city, there are metro and taxis - all for the convenience of residents and guests. Visitors, even without knowledge of English or Turkish, can easily use transport, but just in case, study our experience.

At the time of arrival in or Ataturk, tourist maps and book guides can be purchased almost on the spot. There are also free atlases, with a detailed map of city roads and routes, for example, the popular Travel guide Sokak Sokak Istanbul.

Those who are alien to the use of analog storage media, of course, will download everything they need to the phone. Recommended Apps Google Trip And Maps.Me. For those who plan to use the Internet in Turkey, ideal Google Maps. More about programs for tourists in.

Often the search for a particular object ends unsuccessfully, and you have to turn to local residents for help. Don't worry - the Turks are very hospitable and always ready to help.

Istanbulkart (Istanbul cards)

In Turkey, the cost of traveling by public transport is more expensive than using special smart cards. Both locals and visitors use plastic Istanbulkart.

Istanbul Kart looks like a simple credit card. Introduced in 2009, it is valid as a travel card on buses, trams, funiculars, subways, suburban trains and ferries.

In addition to the fact that it is more profitable to pay for trips with Istanbulkart, there are additional discounts. With five or less transfers to other vehicles within 2 hours, an extra discount is valid.

A smart card can be purchased at offices and ticket kiosks at bus stations, airports and other major transport interchanges. The cost of the card in offices - 10 lire. Cheaper ( 6 lire) Istanbul Karts can be bought from the blue Automatic Vending Machine (OSM) at the metro entrances.

Cards are usually replenished in black and yellow Biletmatik machines located at almost every public transport stop. You can top up up to 300 lire(only in paper bills), but we don’t recommend putting a large amount right away - you can always report back later.

Here you can top up Istanbul-cart

Buses and dolmushi

Buses in Istanbul are one of the most common modes of transport. Today, there are more than 4,000 cabins in the city, which transport 30% of the total population. The only thing is unbearable traffic jams. Currently, there are more than 500 bus routes in Istanbul.

The fare without a card is 4 lira, with a smart card - 1.95 lira.

Dolmushi (or minibuses familiar to us) are an alternative to buses. The fare for them costs a little higher (5 lira), you cannot pay with an Istanbul card, but they go more often and stop at the wave of a hand.

Relatively recently, metrobuses (Metrobus) began to run in Istanbul. They are high-speed modern minibuses with many routes. Fare - 2.4 lira.

A map of bus routes can be viewed here (clickable):

Taxi is undoubtedly given the first place in terms of comfort. There are at least 20,000 yellow taxis in Istanbul. However, there is a high probability that you will be scammed for money. Most likely scenarios:

1. The taxi driver will refuse to take you because the destination is too close (supposedly not profitable for him).
2. The taxi driver will agree to take you, but will not turn on the meter, even after your request. And then he will ask for a large sum for the fare.
3. The taxi driver will drive you in a circle, winding up the meter to the maximum, thereby earning more.
4. It seems that he agreed, he is not lucky in a circle, the counter is turned on, but he will drive famously and swear along the way in his own language.

As soon as you get into a taxi, immediately tap your finger on the meter and say "taxi miter." And don't trade. When the driver starts the meter, the screen will show 3.20 lire is the landing fee, and 2 lira per kilometer.

For example, a taxi fare (15-25 minutes drive) between Sultanahmet and Taksim Square is approximately 25-30 lire. For 35-75 minutes trips from Ataturk Airport to Sultanahmet Square, the official fare is between 50-55 lira. From Ataturk Airport to Taksim Square 60−65 lira. (April 2019 UPD: Ataturk Airport in Istanbul was closed, and instead, the world's largest airport away from the city).

Metro

One of the most convenient and fastest modes of transport in Istanbul is the metro. Everything in the city 4 branches. On the map they are marked with different colors. M1, M2, M3 are located in the European part, and M4 occupies the Asian part.

• M1 - red branch. The most popular among tourists. Upon arrival at Ataturk Airport, this line can be used to reach almost any point in the city.
• M2 and M3 are marked with green and blue branches on the map. These branches are mainly used by local residents.
• M4 is the pink metro line. Its location in the Asian part of the city, it runs along the route between the Kadikoy pier and the sleeping areas.

A map of the Istanbul metro can be viewed here (clickable):

Marmaray

A separate subway line called Marmaray (Marmaray) is a 13.6 km long subway project that connects the European and Asian parts of Istanbul through a tunnel under the Bosphorus. In the European part, there are Kazlıçeşme, Yenikapı and Sirkeci stations. In Asian - Üskudar and Ayrılık Çeşmesi.

The name Marmaray comes from the Turkish word "Marmara" (Sea of ​​Marmara) and "ray" which means "rail". Construction of the tunnel began in 2004 at a cost of $3.5 billion.

The cost of a token trip in Marmaray is 5 lire; by Istanbul-kart - 2.6 lira. The price for a transplant within 2 hours is 1.95 lira.

Tram

Tram service inside Istanbul has been operating since the 19th century and effectively relieves city traffic jams. Tram transport in Istanbul has 4 branches: T1, T3, T4 and T2 (an old tram).

The bus stop can only be entered through the turnstile.

• T1 passes through the historical area of ​​Sultanahmet, connected to the main cultural monuments that can be seen during the trip.
• Trams running along the T3 route are located in the Asian part of Istanbul. Having swept along this branch, you can get acquainted with the architecture of this part of the city.
• The most unpopular branch among tourists, T4, connects the sleeping areas with the center.

Until today, tram numbers are duplicated in color scheme - this was done for the illiterate population. For tourists, it will also be useful:

• Red: Aksaray, Mecidiyeköy, Şişli, Topkapi, Tünel
• Blue: Beyazıt, Macka
• Green: Edirnekapi, Fatih, Harbiye
• Yellow: Arnavutköy, Bebek, Beşiktaş, Kurtuluş, Ortaköy
• White: Bahçekapı, Eminönü, Sirkeci, Taksim, Yedikule

The legendary red tram, which runs along the pedestrian Istiklal Street, is very popular with tourists. The historic red tram is one of the symbols of Istanbul. And although the path of the tram is not at all great - only 1.6 km - every tourist who comes to Istanbul must ride it.

During our visit to Istanbul, the tram line on Istiklal was restored (and we even thought that they would be dismantled forever), and we did not manage to make such a trip. But there is a reason to return!

Restoration of rails at Istiklal

Buses for Havatas

This is the most convenient, fast and inexpensive transfer that will take you from any airport in Istanbul to the European side (Kadıköy Pier) or the Asian side of the city (Taksim Square). Buses run, as a rule, every half an hour:

04:00 — 04:30 — 05:00 — 05:30 — 06:00- 06:30 — 07:00 — 07:30 — 08:00 — 08:30 — 09:00 — 09:30 — 10:00 — 10:30 — 11:00 — 11:30 — 12:00 — 12:30 — 13:00 — 13:30 — 14:00 — 14:30 — 15:00 — 15:30 — 16:00 — 16:30 — 17:00 — 17:30 — 18:00 — 18:30 — 19:00 — 19:30 — 20:00 — 20:30 — 21:00 — 21:30 — 22:00 — 22:30 — 23:00 — 23:30 — 00:00 — 00:30 — 01:00

The Havatas buses are hard to miss - they are painted white and bear the Havabus logo in large letters. The final station of arrival is always indicated in front. The fare can only be paid in cash in Turkish Lira. It is also convenient that you can check in your luggage in a special compartment, which cannot be done on regular regular buses.

Funiculars and cable cars (cablecar)

There are two underground funiculars in Istanbul from different times. The oldest of them is called Tünel, built in 1875. Its length is 573 meters, height difference is 60 meters. Runs between Karaköy and Tünel Square stops in the European side of Istanbul. It was originally equipped with a steam engine and two wooden wagons. In 1971, the funicular was modernized, and today about 15 thousand people willingly use it.

The second Istanbul funicular was built in 2006. Runs between the Kabataş tram stop and the metro station at Taksim Square. The length of the road is 600 meters, the height is 60 meters. Travel time is 110 seconds.

There are also two cable cars in Istanbul. One of the routes is especially loved by tourists, it leads to the bus stop. And the final station is the Eyup pier. The second branch is rarely visited by guests of the city. It is located in the Besiktas region.

Ferries and river transport

A well-developed river transport system gives tourists a lot of opportunities to see the city by ferry, boat or sea bus. Total in Istanbul 15 sea routes and 27 stopover ports on the shores of the Bosphorus and the Sea of ​​Marmara.

There are three types of river public transport - large modern Sea Busses, traditional Vapur's and private boats.

Istanbul's first tram system existed from 1871 to 1966. Then they began to replace the tram with a trolleybus, and after that with a bus - all in the name of fighting traffic jams and an outdated mode of transport compared to cars. If we remove the dates and the name of the city, then almost every city in Europe or America will fit this description - the ends of the world are different, but the rake is common. You can also say about Moscow, Voronezh and other Russian cities that have been engaged in a tram pogrom for the past half century.

Unlike Russian cities, Istanbul managed to go through the dark path of a bright automotive future and returned the tram in 1990. From that moment, a new transport history of the city and the renaissance of rail transport on the streets of Istanbul began. And again, this fits into the global trend - cities are massively returning the tram around the world. The reason is simple: the tram is cheaper than the subway, but allows you to quickly transport a lot of people.

A shallow metro costs 8-10 billion rubles per km and 15-20 billion for a deep one. A tram costs from 0.5 to 2 billion per km, although in the case of the Moscow Biryulev, 2 billion came out together with the depot and long overpasses. At the same time, the carrying capacity of the tram can be laid colossal, comparable to the subway, and it will cost ten times less.

Yesterday and today

The first tram was returned to the main pedestrian street of the city of Istanbul in 1990, but this is a historical-tourist tram with a single-track line of 1.6 km:

It turned out to be a good attraction and a symbol of the city. Even the stalls are stylized after it, and along the street there are establishments with a tram on the logo:

We are more interested in a full-fledged tram, which can be oriented to when the tram returns to Tverskaya, Nevsky or Kirov.
Line T1 in Istanbul was opened in 1992 and originally connected Sirkeci and Topkapi. Then there were extensions in 1994, 1996, 2005 and 2012. In 2005, for the first time in 44 years, the tram began to cross the Zolotoy Rog Bay again, and in 2012, the two lines were merged into one.

Today the line has a length of 14 km and has twenty-four stops. The entire line takes 42 minutes. The line carries 155,000 passengers every day. During peak hours, intervals are 1 minute or less.

Platforms

The system was not only extended during the existence of the new tram, but also rebuilt - the tram platforms were redesigned during the purchase of new low-floor trams from Bombardier in 2004. Entrance to the platforms is made through turnstiles:

It is worth recalling here that in Istanbul's land transport, the driver checks the fare and the electronic wallet tariff works. With large flows of people, the driver will not physically be able to stand at each door and check the payment, and the temptation to slip through the hare is too great. Conductors are too expensive and inefficient solution, so this practice is not common in the world. Therefore, at the bus stops, they put turnstiles and guards next to them.

However, it is realistic to jump on the platform as a hare, despite the fences and guards. Checked.

Accordingly, rare ticket machines should be looked for not on the platforms, but somewhere nearby:

If there were controllers in Istanbul, then there would be no need for turnstiles. Therefore, in Germany or the Czech Republic (even in the subway) - there is simply no need for them when residents have an unlimited ticket for a year or more.

The platforms themselves are no frills, but fully wheelchair accessible, with canopies and tram navigation.

The metro and tram have one operator:

The system with stops is designed for the coupling of two long trams, so there are fences in the middle - so as not to run between trams:

The trams themselves

Trams are low-floor push-pull. Since the turnaround circles had time to build up or the purchase of land for them is expensive, we had to reduce the number of places and make cabins in front and behind. We also had to make doors on both sides - the convenience of a tram for long trips is reduced due to the reduction in seating, but this is the price for the quick decisions of the ancestors.


passengers love transparent partitions, but tram drivers hate them

At busy stops, the tram can open doors from two sides at once, if the platforms allow:

Wide doors also speed up boarding and disembarking - this increases the average speed and saves passengers time:

A junction station where the tram can stop in the event of a disruption to the schedule - there is an additional track for this. Also here you can release people on both sides:

Plus, two-headed trams - you can turn around right on the main tracks, you only need arrows:

Movement Priority

Throughout the route, the tram has priority. Most often this is a physical fence:

If the lane for cars does not fit, then the traffic is closed and a brick with a camera is broadcast:

Physical bollards are not used, but Lyra is also a good incentive not to violate. It turns out good tram-pedestrian streets with access for emergency vehicles:

There is no lawn on the tracks, beloved by many, but there is an imitation of tiles:

At the traffic lights, the tram also has priority - the sensors recognize the approach of cars and turn on green:

What about us, Billy?

A modern tram is not so much wagons as an approach to transport. You need to work hard on isolation, priority, traffic schedule, convenience, safety and a bunch of other things to get a reliable modern tram. We need investments and an understanding that public transport does not make a profit, but generates a public good - it pays off by reducing traffic jams, improving the environment and improving the quality of the urban environment. In our country, they don’t understand this, they don’t know how to do it, and most often they don’t even want to study. Therefore, the drivers of new Moscow trams are shifting the arrows with a crowbar, federal regulations are half a century outdated, passengers get out right under the wheels of cars, and officials consider the tram as a place to widen the road and build a depot. Soon we will all have to re-learn how to make a tram.