Church of St. Mary Draperis
Church of St. Mary Draperis
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Neighbourhood: Beyoglu
Istanbul’s most famous street, pedestrianized Istiklal Caddesi (Independence Avenue), throbs day and night and offers a fantastic array of architectural sights, shops, treats, and throngs upon teeming throngs of people. At the avenue’s northeastern end is expansive Taksim Square, thought by many to be the very heart of the city, with many of Turkey’s most renowned restaurants and some of Europe’s most happening nightlife in close proximity. In striking contrast, Beyoglu’s less trafficked areas – such as the affluent Cihangir and the antiques district of Cukurcuma – exude Old World charm and provide contemplative calm and splendid diversion via an assortment of cozy cafes, attractive boutiques, and quiet lanes.
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- Taksim • 2 min walk
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calandracas
Madrid, Spain9,095 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
There is a hill removed from the street and you have to go down some stairs so you can go unnoticed but it has great historical and artistic interest. It is old because it dates from the late 16th century but suffered fires and all kinds of incidents and is very restored. It was built on that location because the land was donated by a Genoese lady, hence its name. Like pretty, the interior is nice but I found it somewhat dark.
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Written 29 July 2024
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Xphilosopherking
Community of Madrid, Spain159 contributions
May 2015 • Friends
I would never have seen this small church, hidden off of Istiklal St, if it had not been for a companion who had somehow obtained an obscure book on all the churches in the city.
It is ideal for a brief visit to get away from the hectic noise and bustle of the street. The art is fine, the ambiance is pleasant.
It is ideal for a brief visit to get away from the hectic noise and bustle of the street. The art is fine, the ambiance is pleasant.
Written 16 May 2015
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Damian O
Buenos Aires, Argentina277 contributions
May 2013 • Business
A small church constructed mid 1700. Nice frescoes and paintings. Franciscan Catholic Order keeps the church and give Mass on Saturday evening in Italian, 2 on Sunday morning and one in the evening.A nice quiet place to pray.
Written 22 June 2013
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starlightShanghai
Victoria, Canada4,611 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
The Church of Santa Maria Draperis is about 400 meters away from - and on the same side of Istiklal Street as - the Church of St. Anthony of Padua, in the direction away from Taksim Square. (Very likely there’ll be a group of police officers close by, as seems to be the case with most religious buildings in Istanbul.)
The fastest way to find this church is to look for a statue of the Virgin above the entrance. At the entrance, notice the long staircase.
The original church was built in 1453 and rebuilt again and again thereafter because of fires and earthquakes. The current church was completed in 1769.
As is the case with St. Anthony’s, this lovely church is also a peaceful oasis right in the middle of Istiklal Street, perhaps the busiest street in Istanbul.
The fastest way to find this church is to look for a statue of the Virgin above the entrance. At the entrance, notice the long staircase.
The original church was built in 1453 and rebuilt again and again thereafter because of fires and earthquakes. The current church was completed in 1769.
As is the case with St. Anthony’s, this lovely church is also a peaceful oasis right in the middle of Istiklal Street, perhaps the busiest street in Istanbul.
Written 16 March 2024
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yesiltren
Japan1,020 contributions
Aug 2014 • Solo
Sauntering the street of Istiklal, I dropped by this beautiful church. Another treasure of Istanbul. Taking photo inside the church is not allowed but you can take a picture of the building outside. Worth a visit when you want to brace yourself after spending too much time in shopping and sightseeing!
Written 30 June 2015
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ila r
Mumbai, India36 contributions
May 2023
I saw this purely by accident. The mosaics and paintings are beautiful. The atmosphere is very quiet and soothing. Definitely recommended if you are in the area.
Written 2 June 2023
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misa
2 contributions
Jun 2022
You have to visit it even if you aren't Catholic. It was one of my favorite churches I've ever been to and if you're ever at İstiklal Caddesi, you must visit.
Written 29 June 2022
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Ruisenor_NatalyS
Voronezh, Russia337 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
If you are at Istiklal Street or somewhere near, it's worth to spend few minutes to look inside. The church practically isn't visible from the Istiklal Street, you need to turn into a niche and go down a few steps.
The church on that place was originally build in the 16th century. After few fires, in the 18th century the present church was built.
It's quiet and peaceful inside. The church has gorgeous altar, beautifully decorated ceiling, few paintings of the 19th century and lovely stained glass windows.
The church is kept by Franciscan orden.
The church on that place was originally build in the 16th century. After few fires, in the 18th century the present church was built.
It's quiet and peaceful inside. The church has gorgeous altar, beautifully decorated ceiling, few paintings of the 19th century and lovely stained glass windows.
The church is kept by Franciscan orden.
Written 13 August 2018
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Nesligül D
Istanbul, Türkiye6,661 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
Don’t miss this beautiful church if you are at Istiklal Street. It isn’t as popular as St Antoine church but it is well worth a visit if you are in the area. It is towards the Tunnel section of Istiklal.
Not for the handicapped though as you have to down and up quite a lot of stairs.
Not for the handicapped though as you have to down and up quite a lot of stairs.
Written 28 June 2018
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Najat R
Beirut, Lebanon64 contributions
Oct 2016 • Business
What a joy finding Santa Maria draperies. For more than 4 years and for several occasions, tried hard to find it without any chance. Finally after an hour walking,, decided to visit st. Anthony de padova,and asked him to find for me the lost address, without any doubts. all of a sudden a friar inside the church wrote on a small piece of paper the street number, so start jogging to find my treasure, I was happy like a child .thank u st. Anthony, and love you load mother Mary ,thanks god.
Written 28 October 2016
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Hola, mucho agradeceré me indiquen en qué horario puedo asistir a Misa, estaremos en Estambul un fin de semana. Quedó atenta! Saludos
Written 22 June 2019
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