Eyüpsultan
Eyüpsultan offers an extraordinary combination of deep spiritual heritage, panoramic Golden Horn vistas, and modern eco-nature entertainment. Visitors can explore the sacred Eyüp Sultan Mosque and Tomb, take the nostalgic Pierre Loti Cable Car up to the historic Pierre Loti Hill to enjoy tea overloo
Tourist experience
Eyüpsultan offers an extraordinary combination of deep spiritual heritage, panoramic Golden Horn vistas, and modern eco-nature entertainment. Visitors can explore the sacred Eyüp Sultan Mosque and Tomb, take the nostalgic Pierre Loti Cable Car up to the historic Pierre Loti Hill to enjoy tea overlooking the Golden Horn, or visit the historic Mimar Sinan aqueducts hidden inside Kemerburgaz City Forest. For families, Eyüpsultan houses Isfanbul, Turkey's pioneer themed amusement park and shopping complex. Gastronomy spans historic Ottoman sherbets, traditional Eyüp güveç stew, and waterfront dining along the Golden Horn.
Key points of interest
Investment outlook
Eyüpsultan commands an outstanding transparent investment score of 91.8/100, recognized for its dual investment profiles: urban regeneration along the Golden Horn and ultra-luxury forest real estate in Göktürk and Kemerburgaz. The district commands an average residential buy price of $2,400/m² (exceeding $6,500/m² in Göktürk luxury forest villa compounds). Investment growth is driven by direct M11 Metro integration to Istanbul Airport, high demand for low-rise green housing near Belgrad Forest, and continuous urban transformation along the Haliç shoreline.
Living here
Residing in Eyüpsultan represents a peaceful, culturally rich, and nature-integrated lifestyle. Göktürk and Kemerburgaz offer exclusive, high-end suburban forest living with international schools and gourmet dining; Central Eyüp and Nişanca provide spiritual, walkable historic neighborhood life along the Golden Horn; while Alibeyköy and Çırçır offer modern high-rise apartment compounds directly connected to metro and tram lines. Residents benefit from extensive public green spaces, pristine northern forest air, and comprehensive healthcare access.
History & cultural identity
Eyüpsultan, extending from the inner shore of the Golden Horn up to the Black Sea coastline in northern European Istanbul, holds sacred historical importance in Islamic and Ottoman history. Named after Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad who died during the First Arab Siege of Constantinople in 674 AD, his tomb was miraculously rediscovered in 1453 by Akshamsaddin, spiritual tutor to Sultan Mehmed II. Sultan Mehmed II immediately ordered the construction of the Eyüp Sultan Mosque Complex, which became the Ottoman Empire's premier spiritual sanctuary. For nearly five centuries, Ottoman sultans ascended to the throne through the sacred Sword Girding Ceremony held at Eyüpsultan. Throughout the Ottoman era, the district evolved into a prestigious burial ground adorned with imperial tombs and grand water aqueducts designed by Mimar Sinan.
Frequently asked questions
What are the primary spiritual and natural attractions in Eyüpsultan?+
Key highlights include Eyüp Sultan Mosque, Pierre Loti Hill, Kemerburgaz City Forest, Mağlova Aqueduct, and Isfanbul Theme Park.
How is public transport connectivity in Eyüpsultan?+
Eyüpsultan is served by the T5 Haliç Tramway, M7 Metro line, M11 Istanbul Airport Metro line, and Pierre Loti Cable Car.
Why is Göktürk in Eyüpsultan considered a premium real estate market?+
Göktürk offers ultra-luxury low-rise villa compounds, direct proximity to Belgrad Forest and Istanbul Airport, top international schools, and clean air.