Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi
About
Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi is a historical structure located in the Adalar district of İstanbul, Türkiye. Situated on a hilltop on Büyükada, it is recognized as one of the world's largest wooden buildings. Originally conceived as a hotel and casino, the six-story, 20,000 square meter edifice was later acquired by the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate and operated as an orphanage. The building stands as a testament to past grandeur and sorrow, with its substantial wooden construction visible from a distance.
Facts
- Address
- Maden, Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi, 34970 Adalar/İstanbul, Türkiye
- Coordinates
- 40.860833, 29.123333
- District
- Adalar
- City
- Istanbul
- Category
- History
- Discovered on
- Google Maps
- Saved by users
- 1
- First seen
- 2026-04-19
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi?
Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi is located in Adalar, Istanbul. Full address: Maden, Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi, 34970 Adalar/İstanbul, Türkiye
What kind of place is Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi?
Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi is a history in Istanbul.
Is Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi popular?
Büyükada Rum Yetimhanesi has been saved 1 times by Go There users. The place was discovered via Google Maps.
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