Shopping in Istanbul – properties in Turkey
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One of the most important factors for tourists when visiting a new city is to check out shopping facilities and to buy local and authentic products reflecting the heritage of that particular country. United World offers you a glimpse of major shopping outlets in Istanbul for visitors and owners of properties in Istanbul.
Names of the most important malls for shopping in Istanbul:
Istanbul Cevahir Mall:
Located in the area of Şişli, the mall is often referred to as the Arab Mall due to large number of Arab tourists visiting the center.
Spread over (6) levels and containing over 350 shops, the mall also offers wide array of restaurants and fast food establishments. The mall is recognized for hosting the largest clock in the world hanging from its glass rooftop.
Metro City Mall:
Opened in 2003, this mega-mall is located in the Levent business district in close proximity to the Consulate of Saudi Arabia and the Levent metro station which the mall resembles in architecture.
The Metro City comprises of a major shopping compound housing 140 various shops in addition to (3) towers, one is for offices and the other two are residential.
Kanyon Mall:
Properties in Turkey – shopping in Istanbul
Located in the business district of Levent, the multi-purpose complex was opened in 2006 and comprises of over 160 shops selling famous international brands.
Trump Towers Mall:
Located in the area of Şişli, the mall was opened in 2012 comprising of 175 shops offering a unique array of shops, restaurants and entertainment over an area of 43,600 sq. m.
Astoria Mall:
Also located in the area of Şişli, the mall is characterized by its blend of major international name brands along with major Turkish brands.
The shopping complex contains many fine restaurants offering luxury dining experience, cafes, fitness center and swimming pools.
Istinye Park Mall:
Located in the area of Istinye and inaugurated in 2007. The complex with an area of 270,000 sq. m. spread over (4) levels is considered as one of the largest shopping malls in Istanbul.
Over 300 international and local name brands in addition to restaurants and cafes are located inside the mega shopping mall which is characterized by its convertible glass ceiling opening during the summer months.
Akmerkez Mall:
Located in Etiler quarter of Beşiktaş district covering an area of 180,000 sq. m.and spread across (4) levels, the shopping mall hosts plenty of high name brand merchandise along with a variety of restaurants and coffee shops.
Properties in Turkey – shopping in Istanbul
Forum Mall:
Properties in Turkey – shopping in Istanbul
Located in Zeytinburnu, the mall is considered as the most attractive mall in Istanbul due to blending the shopping experience with family entertainment. The complex is ideal for families with kids as it offers an aquarium, ice skating rink, kids play areas, and an ice museum.
City’s Nişantaşı Mall:
Located in the area of Şişli, the mall comprises of over 150 shops selling international and local name-brand merchandise.
Properties in Turkey – shopping in Istanbul
The mall also offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy international cuisine in the numerous restaurants serving Japanese, Chinese, French and Mexican food to name a few. The shopping center also offers book shops, electronic stores, and various movie theaters.
Istanbul Sapphire Mall:
Sapphire center is a multi-purpose complex hosting fancy shops and luxurious residences spread over 54 levels at a height of 238 meters above sea-level making the building the 2nd highest in Istanbul.
Aerial photo of Sapphire Mall
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