ISTANBUL CAFERAĞA GUIDE

Overview

Caferağa is one of the oldest neighborhoods that stand out with its historical and cultural texture, connected to the district of Kadıköy in the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. . Darüssaade Network, who lived in the 16th century, is known as more "Moda" district among the people. . Located on a peninsula called Fashion Burn and three sides surrounded by Marmara Sea . Caferağa, one of the distinguished and culturally rich neighborhoods of Kadıköy with about 21.350 population, became a center where young professionals, artists and creative professions prefer intensively Tags .

Where?

Caferağa is located in the south of Kadıköy district center, on the Fashion Burnu peninsula . The south of Mahallenin is surrounded by the north and west Sea of Marmara . Located in the east of Osmanağa . The neighborhood, walking distance from Kadıköy Scaffold, metrobus and subway stops, was in a central location in terms of transportation Tags . Postal code is 34710 .

Historical and Cultural Heritage

Caferağa has a rich history and cultural heritage from the Ottoman period to present. Mahalle, Urban Sit Area and 3. Degree Archeological Space .

Historical and Cultural Structures:

• Caferağa Mosque: The historical mosque named Mahalleye was built by Cafer Ağa in 1554-1557 and renovated by Foundations in 1900 Tags .

• Caferağa Medresesi: The historical medrese, which was built in 1559 in Mimar Sinan, is an art center where Turkish Culture is operated by the Service Foundation and taught traditional Turkish art. .

• Fashion Scaffold: The historical pier designed by architect Vedat Tek in 1917 was restored in 2022 and opened its service as a library Tags .

• Peace Manço Museum (Whittall Kiosk): The history of the musician Peace Manço was built in 1900 and serves as a museum today .

• Mahmut Muhtar Pasha Mansion (Mermer Konak): The neoclassic mansion built by a Italian architect in 1870s was now used as Istanbul Kadıköy High School Tags .

• Drag Ali Pasha Fountain: The historical fountain built in 1693-1694 Tags .

• Kethüda Mosque: Born in 1550 by Kethüda Mustafa Ağa .

• III. Mustafa Mosque: III in 1750 The historical mosque built by Mustafa was rebuilt by Abdulmecid in 1858 Tags .

• Timeyya Opera: In 1927, the historical opera house, built by Süreyya İlmen, close to the neighborhood border Tags .

• Historical Churches: The Church of Kadıköy in Mahallede, All Saints Fashion Church (Anglikan) and Aya Ekaterini Ayazma with Surp Takavor Armenian Church .

Mahalle Structure and Demography

Caferağa is one of the oldest and most dense neighborhoods of Kadıköy. Around 55.8% of the population women create 44.2% of men . Mahalle comes at the beginning of the regions where only living population is most dense (9%) . Around half of the population is in the age range of 25-59, and in the last 15-20 years it had increased interest especially to the region of the young age group Tags . The green area per person in Mahallede is 2.53 square meters, under the general of Kadıköy Tags . Sosyo-economic status is generally moderate-high level and cultural capital keeps an important place in the neighborhood . Mahalle also hosts numerous joints Tags .

Educational Institutions

Caferağa is one of the leading neighborhoods of Kadıköy in terms of educational institutions :

• Saint Joseph French High School: Founded in 1870, Istanbul is one of the oldest and rooted educational institutions .

• Istanbul Kadıköy High School: Formerly known as Kadıköy Maarif College, is the historical high school serving since 1957 .

• Fashion Primary School: Since 1916, it is a 100-year educational institution serving in the neighborhood .

• Libraries: Mahallede has 3 libraries, which is the highest number in Kadıköy . History, Literature and Art Library, one of them, was built as a citymaneti building in 1912-1914 years and was transformed into library in 2014 Tags .

Culture and Art Life

Caferağa is the cultural and art center of Kadıköy. 43% of cinemas in Kadıköy and 66% of theatres were included in Osmanağa and Caferağa Mahalle Tags :

• Peace Manço Culture Center: Many different cultures and art events .

• Game Workshop: Theater founded by Player Haluk Informationner .

• Kadıköy Haldun Taner Scene: Built as a market hall in 1920s, the venue transformed into theater in 1989 .

• Fashion Volunteer House: Founded in 1995, the cultural center provides training and courses such as painting, dance, music, foreign language, Pilates, yoga .

Flavor Stops

Caferağa (Moda) is one of the most rich eating-inner regions of Istanbul:

• Fashion Coast Cafes: There are numerous cafes to enjoy coffee with sea view.

• Fashion Street Restaurants: There are many options from Turkish cuisine to world kitchens.

• Fashion Bars: Places where night life is alive.

• Historical Cakes: Traditional bakeries that serve for years.

• Fish Restaurants: Places to offer fresh seafood.

Natural Beauty and Activities

Caferağa offers a living in the sea and green:

• Fashion Coast: Ideal beach strip for hiking, running and cycling. Every period of the year was actively used Tags .

• Fashion Park: The sea view park is worth visiting especially on the sunset.

• Fashion Burn: One of the most beautiful views of Istanbul.

• Fashion Backs: Green streets.

Accommodation

The large hotel chains are not included in the caferağa, but there are accommodation options nearby:

• Boutique Hotels: Boutique hotel options in Kadıköy Central and Fashion region.

• Rental Apartments: Rental apartment options are available on platforms for short stays. However, rent levels are quite on the average of Istanbul .

Shopping Cart

• Fashion Street: Boutiques, shops, art galleries and vintage shops.

• Kadıköy Bazaar: Traditional shopping options are close to the hotel.

• Local Markets: Regional markets established in certain days of the week.

• AVMs: Acacia AVM and Hilltown Shopping Mall are located nearby.

Transportation

Caferağa was in the most advantageous areas of Istanbul in terms of transportation Tags :

• Metro: M4 Kadıköy-Cardal underground station is about 450 meters away. .

• Metrobus: Söğütlüçeşme Metrobus stop is nearby.

• Ferry: Sea transportation from Kadıköy Scaffold to European Side, Islands and other spots.

• Marmaray: Access to Söğütlüçeşme Train Station.

• Tram: Nostaljik T3 tram line and transportation between Kadıköy-Moda.

• IETT Buses: Many bus lines to central spots such as Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Besiktas and Taksim.

• Minibus and Dollen: Regular minibus flights from Kadıköy to Fashion.

Summary Information

Feature ÖzellikInformation
NameferCaferağa (Moda)
District,Krajköy, Istanbul
Percentageümü1,2 km2
Population2121.350 (2024)
Postal Code|34710
Neighbor MahallelerOOsmanağa
Featured SahilModa Beach, Caferağa Mosque, Caferağa Medresesi, Fashion Scaffold, Peace Manço Museum, Saint Joseph French High School, Süreyya Opera
Transportation MetroMetro (M4), Metrobus, Ferry, Marmaray, Tram (T3), EETT, Minibus, Private Vehicle