Covering an area of 1.5 square kilometers, Burgazada is the third largest Princes’ Island. Its highest point is at Bayraktepe, which is 170 meters high. The island has a population of 1455.
Top attractions in Burgazada:
> Aya Yani Greek Orthodox Church dating from 842
> Sait Faik Abasıyanık museum (Sait Faik Abasıyanık Müzesi) dedicated to Turkish writer Sait Faik Abasıyanık
> Hristo monastery on Bayraktepe dating from 865
Things to do on the island:
Rent a bike in the center and explore the island.
Go for a swim and sunbathe on one of the many public beaches (halk plajı) or beach clubs.
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