Yucel Babadag
Spotter since 2017
About me
About me
I'm an engineer. I've been living in Istanbul since I was born.
I love to travel around like a local as often as possible. Grabbing a beer while listening to good live music is priceless for me. I also love photography. Taking unique pictures, trying local tastes and meeting new people to share experiences are my aim. I'm trying to learn as much as possible from people around the world. Because we are different and that's what makes us rich.
Why Istanbul
This city is addictive. Despite all the negative comments, Istanbul is unique. After travelling in a lot of European cities, my impression is that Istanbul combines a lot of specialties. There is a great history behind the city (from Romans to Ottomans). And there's the unique Bosphorus with its wonderful view. You can find numerous opportunities to see, eat and do things. I so love this city.
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My spots (31)
İnciraltı Meyhane
Classic
"İnciraltı Meyhane" in Istanbul's Beylerbeyi is a classic for typical Turkish nights out. I go there with friends for long chat sessions and story-sharing!
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Yucel
Babadag
Otağtepe Tema Park
Great view
"Otağtepe Tema Park" in Istanbul is a park I enjoy going both in summer and winter close to the 2nd Bosphorus Bridge. The view from there - just priceless.
by
Yucel
Babadag
Yeldeğirmeni Neighborhood
Street art tour
"Yeldeğirmeni Neighborhood" in Istanbul is an up-and-coming neighborhood on the Asian side. It has a very old history and nowadays it's an alt hotspot!
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Yucel
Babadag
Baltalimanı Japanese Garden
Small treasure
"Baltalimanı Japanese Garden" Istanbul is a park created together with the city of Shimonoseki. It has two Bosphoruses & everything a Japanese garden has.
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Yucel
Babadag
Perili Köşk
The haunted mansion
Perili Köşk Istanbul houses the Borusan Contemporary Art Museum. Some call it the haunted mansion because it was incomplete for years. I love the views!
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Yucel
Babadag
Boter Kalamış
Coffee & bake shop
Boter Kalamış in Kadiköy, Istanbul, is a bakeshop in one of my favorite spots. I love getting a buttery pastry & a coffee and sitting in the park nearby
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Yucel
Babadag
Sour and Sweet Artisan Bakery
Sourdough heaven
Sour and Sweet Artisanal Bakery in Istanbul makes US-style sourdough creations. Great for filling my stomach before hitting the Caddebostan seaside...
by
Yucel
Babadag
Akıntı Balık
Just one foot from the Bosphorus
Akıntı Balık is a fish restaurant in Istanbul. It has a view over the Bosphorus and that makes it really special. They have good Turkish mezes...
by
Yucel
Babadag
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