Perhaps the most cherished green space in Istanbul, the Belgrad Forest is a wooded wonderland spread out across more than 1300 acres. A popular weekend destination, the forest has designated picnic areas and a 6.5 km track used by joggers and walkers. It begins at the Neşet Suyu fountain and has markers every half kilometer so you can track your distance. Once you’ve taken a few steps into the forest you’ll quickly feel the revitalizing touch of the fresh, clean air. Enjoy the walking paths, make sure to pack a picnic lunch, and pay a visit to the nearby Atatürk Arboretum, a lesser-known yet equally divine green space that features stretch after stretch of leafy green and numerous ponds.
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