A Journey into the Libraries of Istanbul

It makes no difference if you enjoy reading, need a peaceful place to sit or want to see a lovely place. One of the most excellent options for you is Istanbul.

You might be astonished to learn that Istanbul has a plethora of libraries and research facilities, which you probably did not know about. Turkish people are excellent readers, as seen by their public transit usage or their lounging in cafes or tea houses. As a result, libraries can be found in every area of Istanbul and throughout Turkey, offering thousands of books, e-books, theses, and articles.

Salt Galata

Salt Galata is undoubtedly one of Istanbul's most beautiful structures; it was built to serve the Imperial Ottoman Bank but eventually became a research library and archive. It also has a galley, cafe, restaurant, Imperial Ottoman Bank's museum of old banking notes, and local and international books. It's a fantastic spot to visit.

Ataturk Library

The Ataturk Library in Istanbul has been named Turkey's most famous and, if not the best, library. It was constructed in 1939 but relocated to its current position in the Beyoglu area in 1973. The fact that it is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the 500 thousand articles, and the research thesis make it unique. The Ataturk Library is one of Istanbul's wealthiest libraries. It has one of the city's most significant magazine collections, including old periodicals in Arabic, English, and Ottoman dating back to the Ottoman Empire period.

Beyazıt State Library

It was built in 1884 during the Ottoman Empire, notably during Sultan Abdulhamid's second reign, and is now regarded as Istanbul's historical library. The library has been open since its creation, although it has just undergone renovation, adding some modern touches to the original atmosphere.

Vitali Hakko

It was built in 1884 during the Ottoman Empire, notably during Sultan Abdulhamid's second reign, and is now regarded as Istanbul's historical library. The library has been open since its creation, although it has just undergone renovation, adding some modern touches to the original atmosphere.