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Kemerburgaz: Historical and Modern Istanbul Destination

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Historical Background: Kemerburgaz was originally called Pyrgos, meaning "tower" in Greek
After 1453, it was renamed Burgaz due to its strategic importance
Mimar Sinan restored Byzantine aqueducts, leading to the name Kemerburgaz
Demographic Changes: Initially had 360 Greek and 10 Turkish households
Turkish population migrated from Bulgaria during 1877-78 war
Greek residents relocated to Greece in 1923
Modern Features: Galatasaray Sports Club constructing Metin Oktay facilities since 2022
Several mosques serve as spiritual centers
Well-equipped educational institutions from primary to secondary
Natural Attractions: Kemerburgaz Urban Forest offers hiking and picnicking opportunities
Göktürk Pond Nature Park features beautiful pond and wildlife
Ayvat Bendi National Park showcases Ottoman-era water supply dam
Eğri Kemer, a curved aqueduct, stands as Ottoman engineering symbol
Accessibility: Well-connected by buses and minibuses from central Istanbul
Located in northern Eyüpsultan district with good road access