The Roumelie Apartment by CasaGalata: Istanbul City of Domes & Seven Hills
CasaGalata Istanbul Vacation Rentals agency, offers a unique variety of personally selected properties to accommodate every type of traveler and budget. Our short-term Istanbul apartments give you much more than a luxury hotel, bed & breakfast, or most self- catering accommodations.
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The Roumelie Apartment is a classic Greek Style Flat of the early 20th century with high ceiling (3.40 meters).
The Roumelie apartment, which we named after the classical Greek style apartments of late 19th and early 20th centuries, is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom 75 sqm (807-square-foot) in Galata’s calm corner. It features a narrow bay window balcony so you can savor unforgettable Galata Tower view. Enjoy direct Galata Tower views and the nightly magic light show of the sea gulls around it.The Roumelie apartment is located on the 3rd floor. It has been decorated with a minimum of furniture in an elegant style and features good quality sofas, beds and furnishings. Staying here will bring memories of a lifetime during your holiday in Istanbul!
There are few places in the world which offer classical history, city life and natural beauty in equal measure. Istanbul is one such place. Istanbul is a city drowning in urban sprawl, but it is also a place where magic holds sways, where people continue to scribble three wishes on to scraps of paper and burry them under a flowering bush or throw them into the sea. This fabled city is where the West ends and begins, the East begins and ends.Galata is a neighborhood in the Beyoglu district on the European side of Istanbul. Galata was first settled during the Byzantine period, and, in the 13th century, the Genoese established a colony that was called Galata. At one time, this mini port city had one of the busiest harbors in all of Europe, and was a center for banking and commerce. Over the years, the area became home to a large non-Muslim population, with many Italians, Greeks, and Jews living here. During the 19th century, the area was also known as ‘Pera’, named after the main street, which was then called the ‘Grand Rue du Pera’. Beyoğlu was the city’s most refined district at this time, with many Europeans residing here, giving it a very cosmopolitan air. In fact, the name Beyoğlu comes from ‘Bey Yolu’, which means ‘Gentlemen’s Street’.Galata Tower remains the district’s most iconic structure. Built by the Genoese in 1348, this structure has served many purposes, including a fire tower and prison. Demolished on several occasions due to fires and earthquakes, the current top section was rebuilt in 1967 and the tower is now a major tourist attraction, displaying a panoramic view of the city.
CASAGALATA STUDIOS & APARTS WITH GOLDEN HORN, BOSPHORUS & GALATA TOWER VIEW
CasaGalata Istanbul Vacation Rentals agency, offers a unique variety of personally selected properties to accommodate every type of traveler and budget. Our short-term Istanbul apartments give you much more than a luxury hotel, bed & breakfast, or most self- catering accommodations.
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casagalata
For business and corporate travelers our CasaGalata apartments offer a great alternative to those often anonymous hotel stays. Our Istanbul vacation rentals include free Internet connections, equipped kitchens and modern bathrooms.

Bosphorus View From Our Roumelie Apartment’s Bedroom
Rent a CasaGalata vacation apartment and enjoy more space, more amenities,and more privacy than you would in most Istanbul hotels. Experience the life of a real Istambouliote in your own apartment in the heart of an authentic Istanbul neighborhood, and you’ll never stay in a hotel again! We look forward to meeting you in Istanbul!

CasaGalata Casa 4 Golden Horn Night View from The Balcony

Galata Tower From The Roumelie Apartment
THE ANCIENT GENOESE DISTRICT OF GALATA IN ISTANBUL PAINTINGS – CASAGALATA
CasaGalata Istanbul Vacation Rentals, offers a unique variety of personally selected properties to accommodate every type of traveler and budget.
Welcome to a different kind of Istanbul vacation. Stay in your own stylish Istanbul apartment rental and experience a holiday like never before. By day, explore the famous shops, cafes, museums, theatres, and sights of Istanbul . Make your way “home” to your very own short-term rental, stopping at your neighborhood market to pick up, and sample Turkish cuisine. The night is up to you: dine at a neighborhood restaurant or stay in and cook a romantic meal, soaking in the view from the window of your Istanbul vacation rental.
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By Charles Pertusier-1817 “Les Rives du Bosphore”
There are few places in the world which offer classical history, city life and natural beauty in equal measure. Istanbul is one such place. Istanbul is a city drowning in urban sprawl, but it is also a place where magic holds sways, where people continue to scribble three wishes on to scraps of paper and burry them under a flowering bush or throw them into the sea. This fabled city is where the West ends and begins, the East begins and ends.

The Bosphorus From Pera – 1727
Galata is a neighborhood in the Beyoglu district on the European side of Istanbul. Galata was first settled during the Byzantine period, and, in the 13th century, the Genoese established a colony that was called Galata. At one time, this mini port city had one of the busiest harbors in all of Europe, and was a center for banking and commerce. Over the years, the area became home to a large non-Muslim population, with many Italians, Greeks, and Jews living here. During the 19th century, the area was also known as ‘Pera’, named after the main street, which was then called the ‘Grand Rue du Pera’. Beyoğlu was the city’s most refined district at this time, with many Europeans residing here, giving it a very cosmopolitan air. In fact, the name Beyoğlu comes from ‘Bey Yolu’, which means ‘Gentlemen’s Street’.

Anonymous 16th Century – Correr Museum of Venice
Galata Tower remains the district’s most iconic structure. Built by the Genoese in 1348, this structure has served many purposes, including a fire tower and prison. Demolished on several occasions due to fires and earthquakes, the current top section was rebuilt in 1967 and the tower is now a major tourist attraction, displaying a panoramic view of the city.

18th Century Panora of Istanbul on aWindy Day, Seen From The Asian Shore
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Surrounded By The Best Istanbul Has To Offer in Culture, Shopping & Dining
Central To The Very Best Of Istanbul
One Of The Finest Urban Living Experience You Can Have
CasaGalata, located in Galata, in the heart of Istanbul amongst designers, artists, bohemians, and restaurants, offers a comfortable home away from home. CasaGalata is a unique vacation rentals with every comfort in the historic, artistic and modern ambiance of the neighborhood. Walk through charming streets to markets, boutiques and monuments. Wander home along the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus at sunset to your apartment or studio with dazzling Istanbul views. The magical location, the perfect apartment & studio, the pleasant stay – CasaGalata.
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CASAGALATA: THE VACATION RENTALS ADDRESS IN ISTANBUL TURKEY
Compared to cramped hotel rooms where you’re charged for every internet usage and have to eat out for every meal, you’ll feel right at home in our studios and enjoy savoring life like a true Stambouliote.
CasaGalata, located in Galata, in the heart of Istanbul amongst designers, artists, bohemians, and restaurants, offers a comfortable home away from home. CasaGalata is a unique vacation rentals with every comfort in the historic, artistic and modern ambiance of the neighborhood. Walk through charming streets to markets, boutiques and monuments. Wander home along the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus at sunset to your apartment or studio with dazzling Istanbul views. The magical location, the perfect apartment & studio, the pleasant stay – CasaGalata.
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PARISTEXAS CONCEPT STORE: ISTANBUL’S GATE FOR HIGH END GLOBAL CLOTHING BRANDS
One of the leading “trendsetter” boutique in Istanbul, PARISTEXAS includes over more than 20 brands for its Istanbul and foreigner clientele. Its mission is to be synonmous of elegance, creativity and style. PARISTEXAS continues to illustrate its exceptional and dynamic vitality and increased its lead in the fashion market.
Founded in 2008, PARISTEXAS with its two stores located in Galata Istanbul, aims to be a lasting fashion destination with its high end goods, first class service and excellent sales assistance. PARISTEXAS Concept Store opened its doors in June, 2010: A beautiful scenery full of details and accessories.
Sertac Haznedaroglu, the fashion-forward owner, stocks quirky Japanese labels and rare collections created for an Eastern market by designers such as Marc Jacobs, Vivienne Westwood and Chloé. Also check out custom-made leather bags by Turkish designer Ahmet Baytar.
Cam Atolyesi: Glass Artwork
Cam Atolyesi (Glass Atelier) based in Istanbul was founded by Erkin Saygi and Ruhcan Topaloglu in 2001.
At Cam Atolyesi each item is made after a long and meticulous process of cutting, carving, grinding and eroding by hand one by one just like forming a single marble statue.
The items are created only through traditional and ancient methods. Each item in the collection is unique. Each design is produced in very small quantities.
No item is the same with another one, as it is almost impossible to duplicate a piece. Each item is autographed by hand.
Exquisite, stylish and classical.
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Babylon

Drop

Focus

Modus
I’VE GOT BETTER THINGS TO DO – YALCIN KONUK

This is one of the new songs that will be on the forthcoming 2010 album of Yalcin Konuk.
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myspace
I’ve got better things to do
my first day in town
was on a thin long street
my first night in town
was with my face on the ground
my first love in town
was under the moonlight
my first pain in town
was a too pretty city girl
I’ve got better things to do
why am i flying and crying
why am i running and loving
my last fight in town was
in my never paid hotel room
my best friend in town
was my street dog “Edie”
do-do-do-do-do you love me
do-do-do-do-do you feel me
do-do-do-do-do you need me
do-do-do-do-do you want me


YALCIN KONUK “I’VE GOT BETTER THINGS TO DO”

This is one of the new songs that will be on the forthcoming album of Yalcin Konuk.
For more info and details please visit:
myspace
I’ve got better things to do
my first day in town
was on a thin long street
my first night in town
was with my face on the ground
my first love in town
was under the moonlight
my first pain in town
was a too pretty city girl
I’ve got better things to do
why am i flying and crying
why am i running and loving
my last fight in town was
in my never paid hotel room
my best friend in town
was my street dog “Edie”
do-do-do-do-do you love me
do-do-do-do-do you feel me
do-do-do-do-do you need me
do-do-do-do-do you want me


SONANDO BY YALCIN KONUK

“Sonando” is one of the song that will be on my forthcoming album (still untitled) in 2010.
It’s about the self-isolation of a lover.
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Sonando (lyrics)
Yo soy la sombre, la lagrima de las nubes
Amor, te quiero amar…
Yo soy el fin, la hoja de los vientos
Amor, te quiero amar…
Estoy cansado sin esperenza
Tu ausencia esta en todas partes
Que las paises lejanos sean mi hojar
Que desaperezcan todos los recuerdos
Que todas las luces se apagen hoy
Sonando
Yo soy el claro de luna, el negro de las noches
Amor, te quiero amar…
Estoy cansado sin esperenza
Tu ausencia esta en todas partes
Que las paises lejanos sean mi hojar
Que desaperezcan todos los recuerdos
Que todas las luces se apagan hoy
Sonando
Ah llora! Mi sueno
Sonando mi marchito
Ven a mi lado! Ven a mi lado!


COME BY YALCIN KONUK



Rumi a poet and philosopher of the 13th century in Anatolia, excelled in poetry: His style was simple and colloquial. His tales possessed diverse qualities: variety and originality, dignity and picturesqueness, learning and charm, depth of feeling and thought. The Mathnawi is no doubt very disjointed; the stories follow one another in no apparent order. But it is filled with lyrical inspiration. Each small tale may be read separately, and one cannot help but be impressed with its succinctness.
Rumi’s teachings and universe led me to write a song inspired from his pure approach of Love.
As the Master said: “Let the beauty of what you love be what you do“.
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COME
WHEN IT’S COLD AND RAINING
YOU ARE MORE BEAUTIFUL
AND THE SNOW BRINGS ME
EVEN CLOSER TO YOUR LIPS
I CAN’T EXPLAIN THE GOINGS
I CAN’T EXPLAIN THE COMINGS
YOU’RE JUST HERE AND I AM NOWHERE NOW
LET’S COVER WITH GOLD OUR LIPS AND OUR EYES
LET’S BECOME ONE
WE ARE TWO, BUT ONE IN SOUL, YOU AND I
LIGHT MAKES OUR BODY VISIBLE
BUT THE NIGHT BRINGS THE REAL LIGHT ON OUR SOUL
LOVE
NOONE LOVE LIKE THIS
SHE’S THE ONE
COME! COME ! COME!
WHOEVER YOU ARE
COME AND COMPLETE ME
COME! COME ! COME!
WHEREVER YOU ARE
COME AND FIND ME
YOU ARE NOW THE SUN
AND THE WORDS ARE OVER
I WILL LIE DOWN AND REST
NOW THAT I’VE FOUND THE LOVE TO BE WITH
TALKING IS PAIN
AND THE PAIN THEY BRING IS GONE
NOW I HAVE TO REST IN THE ARMS OF MY BELOVED

I’VE GOT BETTER THINGS TO DO BY YALCIN KONUK

This is one of the new song that will be on the forthcoming album “Istanbul” of Yalcin Konuk.
For more info and details please visit:
myspace
I’ve got better things to do
my first day in town
was on a thin long street
my first night in town
was with my face on the ground
my first love in town
was under the moonlight
my first pain in town
was a too pretty city girl
I’ve got better things to do
why am i flying and crying
why am i running and loving
my last fight in town was
in my never paid hotel room
my best friend in town
was my street dog “Edie”
do-do-do-do-do you love me
do-do-do-do-do you feel me
do-do-do-do-do you need me
do-do-do-do-do you want me






























