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FENER DISTRICT
The first district, Fener, which was historically the most important Greek quarter of the city is a short half-hour walk up the Golden Horn to Eminönü. It flourished after the capture of Constantinople by the Ottomans when the Sultan encouraged the Orthodox people to settle there, and it became a prosperous and vibrant district, as evidenced by these superb buildings. Fener is also home to several places of worship, some of which are fundamental, such as the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, which houses the Church of St. George. Established also following the capture of Constantinople, it is a fundamental place for more than 250 million Orthodox Christians who regard it as their spiritual authority, it is in a way the equivalent of the Vatican. Another building not to be missed, located on a hill overlooking the Golden Horn and which is another symbol of the district, is the imposing Greek Orthodox High School in red bricks.
BALAT DISTRICT Right next to the Fener district is Balat, the former Jewish quarter of Istanbul, which developed in 1492 when the Jews persecuted under the Spanish Inquisition were welcomed by the Sultan who even sent his fleet to Spain to rescue them. It is historically a popular neighborhood, a place of passage for newcomers. Those who succeeded moved to other neighborhoods like Galata for example. It was the largest district of the Sephardic Jewish community in Constantinople, and there are still 3 active synagogues in Balat (which you can visit after asking the rabbi’s permission).

Free street parking is available, may take a couple of rounds. Excellent bus, tram, and ferry service and taxis to many tourist destinations and other areas of Istanbul. 10-20 minutes to Sultanahmet and Taksim.