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Many of us live a fast-paced life due to the traffic, crowds and busy tempo of İstanbul. Sometimes we desire to take a relaxing break and find our life in the green. It is at these moments that we find ourselves saying, "It would be great if I could take a few days off!" However, when we think about the processes of leaving and returning from İstanbul, these dreams remain in the planning stage. In fact, there are beautiful areas right in the heart of İstanbul where we can get our satisfaction of green. If you also would like to get away from the noise of the city, relax and breathe, be sure to check out our article!

Belgrade Forest

Located in the easternmost part of the Çatalca Peninsula in İstanbul, this forest is a location that many people love and visit frequently. You can fully enjoy the greenery in Belgrade Forest! Here, you can walk on different trails, benefit from the abundant oxygen during your morning run, or ride a bike that is accompanied by lush green landscapes. Apart from that, you can turn your day into a pleasant memory by having a picnic in the recreation areas. It is time to make plans for the relaxing break that you have been waiting for!

Atatürk Arboretum

Located at a point that is close to Belgrade Forest, Atatürk Arboretum is a wonderful place for those who would like to see more plant species. Because, as its name suggests, this is an arboretum. This place, operated by the Forest Management Directorate, hosts many plants and living species. There are 3 artificial lakes in the Atatürk Arboretum, which is built on an area of ​​345 hectares. This is a really great address to get your fill of greenery and take enjoyable walks!

Maçka Park

Maçka Democracy Park, one of the essentials of İstanbul, is located in Şişli. With its location, it stands out as a place where people living in Beşiktaş, Şişli, Taksim, Osmanbey and nearby can have a nature escape right in the middle of the city. You can take relaxing walks in the park, which offers a living space with plenty of oxygen in the city center. If you wish, you can do exercises in the sports fields, enjoy watching the surroundings while sipping your coffee in the seating areas, or you can place your chairs under the shade of a tree with your friends and have cheerful conversations. If all of these come to life happily before your eyes, then start making your plans right away!

Gülhane Park

If you would like to feel the history by having a pleasant trip and then feel the nature right in the middle of the green, be sure to visit Gülhane Park. This park located in the Historical Peninsula has a magnificent location. In Gülhane Park, which was used as the garden of Topkapı Palace during the Ottoman period, you can feel the green in an area of ​​2 hectares, drink a nice cup of tea and watch the surroundings. It would be great to witness history that is accompanied by the most beautiful tones of nature!

Polonezköy Nature Park

If you say ''I would like to stay in İstanbul but have a little getaway'', be sure to visit Polonezköy Nature Park, the first official nature park of İstanbul. Located in the Beykoz district, this place has a very large area of ​​3,000 hectares. Isn't it a wonderful idea to relax your soul with its rich natural beauties in this place where there are camping and picnic opportunities?

Aydos Forest

Aydos Forest, which is the lungs of İstanbul, is located in Kartal. In this forest, that is preferred by many people who are overwhelmed by the stress of the city in İstanbul, you can have a picnic, fish, take magnificent pictures and barbecue while enjoying nature. This place, which is the highest point in İstanbul, is also quite affluent in forest diversity and oxygen. Maybe a weekend getaway, maybe a morning workout, or a picnic activity that you can do with your family... Aydos Forest is perfect for all enjoyable activities!

In the Heart of Nature, in İstanbul: Elite World Village Polonezköy

A lush green world where you slow down the rhythm of life, forgetting the rush of modern life as soon as you take your first step and where every moment hosts completely different pleasures: Elite World Village İstanbul Polonezköy!

Surrounded by the natural and peaceful scenery of Polonezköy, you can stay in comfortable rooms where you will wake up to lush green mornings, have experiences that suit your diet in food and beverage areas with different designs and concepts and maximize your tranquility with the healthy life applications of Miel SPA.

You can contact us right away if you would like to take a break that will calm your body, soul and mind in Polonezköy, the natural wonder of İstanbul.

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