İstiklal Avenue and Taksim Square lie in this district on Istanbul's European side.

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The district was historically associated with the name Pera. Source: Beyoğlu ↗

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11This historic Asian-side Istanbul district faces the old city across the strait near the Maiden's Tower.RECALL
Üsküdar
Ferries link the district with European-side terminals.
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12Rows of columns and reused Medusa heads distinguish this underground Byzantine water store in Istanbul.RECALL
Basilica Cistern
The structure dates to Justinian's reign.
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13Justinian's sixth-century domed building in Istanbul has served as a cathedral, mosque and museum.RECALL
Hagia Sophia
The building was completed in 537.
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