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Fethi Paşa Wood

Istanbul  >  Turkey

A historic forest mostly transformed to a city park but still holds its natural structure. Good location to observe forest and city birds.

Added* by Tora Benzeyen
Most recent update 13 січня 2022

Description

A central location to reach via public transportation. Great spot for the Bosphorus view. A high quality restaurant and a cafe owned by Metropolitan Municipality are located in the park. Nice places to enjoy after the birding. Кропивник Горлиця мала, Сойка звичайна andДятел малий are some prominent resident species in the area. During the migration season and summer, migratory species such as Осоїд євразійський, Серпокрилець білочеревий, Бджолоїдка звичайна and Мухоловка білошия can be observe in the wood.

Details

Access

For the upper entrance: 5 minutes walking distance to "Fıstıkağacı" metro station in M5 Üsküdar-Çekmeköy metro line. (Easier to walk down the park).

For the main entrance on the coastline: Take any bus or minibus from Üsküdar square to Kuzguncuk direction. Get off in "Paşalimanı" bus stop, just in front of the entrance. (Total 3-4 minutes drive).

Terrain and Habitat

Forest

Conditions

Dry , Hilly

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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