Emirgan Park
Emirgan Mh., 34467 Istanbul, Turkey
Description:
The park got its name in honor of the Persian prince Emirhan, who received a gift from the Ottoman sultan located here palace. On the side of the park, bordering the Bosphorus Strait, there are several summer residences of Turkish nobles.
Above the park rises the hill of Duatepe - from here there is an amazing view of the Bosphorus and the bridge of Sultan Mehmed Fatih.
The rich nature of the park (more than one hundred and twenty species of plants and shrubs grow here) is complemented by numerous pavilions - in some restaurants and cafes are located, in others in the summer concerts and performances are held.