Fenerbahce Palace. Fenerbahce (women's volleyball club)
1956-1960, 1968, 1969, 1972, 2009-2011, 2015, 2017;
- 7-time silver medalist of the Turkish championships - 1961, 1973, 1975, 2007, 2008, 2014, 2016;
- 4x bronze medalist Turkish championships - 1962, 1974, 1977, 2012.
- two-time silver medalist of the Turkish Cup - 2009, 2014.
- 5-time silver medalist of the Istanbul championships - 1960, 1963, 1970, 1974, 1975;
- 7-time bronze medalist of the Istanbul championships - 1955, 1962, 1964-1967, 1977.
- silver medalist of the League champions EKV 2010.
- two-time bronze medalist of the Champions League -,.
- silver medalist of the Cup EKV 2013;
- bronze medalist of the Cup EKV 2009.
- bronze medalist of the championship world among club 2012.
Story
1927-1929
2013-present
Before the 2013/2014 season, Italian specialist Marcello Abbondanza became the new head coach of Fenerbahce. Serious changes have taken place in the composition of the team. To the long-term leaders of Fenerbahce, Turkish women Tokatioglu, Soroglu, Oner, Erdem, their compatriots Dalbeler, Ozdemir, American E.Glass, Brazilian Fe Garay, Czech Havlichkova, Frenchwoman Bauer were added. As before, the Korean Kim Yong Gun and the Turkish Denkel remained in the ranks. In the national championship, the entire struggle for the most high places as before, it came down to a confrontation between four Istanbul teams (Vakifbank, Fenerbahce, Eczachibashi and Galatasaray) and ended in favor of Vakifbank, which outplayed Fenerbahce 3-1 in the final series. On the European arena, Fenerbahce was able to take possession of the European Volleyball Confederation Cup, defeating the Russian Uralochka-NTMK 3:2 and 3:0 in the final.
The Turkish Championship 2014/2015 ended with a confident victory for Fenerbahce, who returned the title after a 4-year break. At the preliminary stage, the team scored 20 victories in 22 matches, then won twice in the quarterfinals against "Sariyer", and in the ensuing two-round final tournament with four the strongest teams won 5 victories in 6 matches and took first place. In the Champions League, Fenerbahce went through the group round without losses, beating the 1/8-finals of the German Dresdner, but in the quarter-finals they had to retire from the race, losing in the sum of two matches to their principal rivals from Vakifbank 1:3 and 3: 2. The basis of the team in the season was Dalbeler, Uslupekhlivan, Oner, Erdem, Denkel (all from Turkey), Kim Yong Gun (South Korea), L. Bosetti, Lo Bianco (both from Italy), Montagno (Colombia), Hildebrand (USA), Bauer (France).
In the 2015/2016 season, Fenerbahce won the Turkish Cup, silver medals in the national championship and bronze in the Champions League. In the Champions League up to final four the Istanbul team did not have a single defeat, scoring 10 victories in 10 matches and knocking out such formidable rivals as the Polish champion Chemik and Dynamo Moscow from the fight for the main European club trophy, but in the first match of the final stage they lost to the Turkish the team "Vakifbank" 0:3. In the match for 3rd place, Fenerbahce beat Dynamo Kazan in four sets. The symbolic team of the tournament included the Korean team player Kim Yong-gun. In the national championship, Fenerbahce took 2nd place, losing twice in the final round to their main rivals from Vakifbank and outplaying Eczachibashi and Galatasaray twice each.
In the 2016-2017 season, Fenerbahce made a "double" in domestic competitions. First, the team won the Turkish Cup, "dry" beating Vakifbank in the final, and then, following the results of the national championship, regained the champion title. In the semi-finals of the national championship in a stubborn struggle, Fenerbahce overcame the resistance of Eczacibashi, losing in the first match 0:3, taking revenge in the second match 3:1 and snatching victory in the "golden" set 16:14. In the final of the championship, Fenerbahce met with another team from Istanbul - Galatasaray, which sensationally knocked out the powerful Vakifbank from the fight for the title. The decisive series for Fenerbahce did not cause any difficulties and consisted of three matches, each of which ended in favor of the "yellow-blue" in three games. But in the Fenerbahce Champions League, passing without loss group stage, in the playoff round gave way to final stage to their compatriots from the team "Eczadzhibashi".
The large, well-groomed territory of Fenerbahce Park is richly decorated with trees and shrubs of various, sometimes the most exotic species. The best time of the year to visit Fenerbahce park it is spring - April and May, when almonds and magnolia bloom with marvelous flowers. Also, visitors will be pleased with the carefully manicured flower beds with tulips, the permanent symbol of Turkey. And in the summer, it's time for the flowering of delightful varietal roses. Today, this place is chosen not only by local residents, who especially appreciate the coolness of clean air, but also by many tourists. Wedding photo shoots in Fenerbahce Park are an obligatory part of the program for newlyweds on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus.
Historians believe that earlier this place was an island, and only during the time of the Byzantine Empire was it connected to the mainland by an embankment. Emperor Constantine builds an Orthodox church here, and Emperor Justinian equips a stone pier. His wife Theodora orders to build a small palace on the island, or rather a cottage. During the Ottoman era, a small marina located nearby connects Fenerbahce with the historical part of Istanbul. 
In turbulent times, Sultan Abdulhamid 2 often lives here in a small mansion.
There are five cozy cafes on the territory of the peninsula, successfully integrated into the landscape of the waterfront zone. Sitting at a table in the evening, you can watch the movement of ships, colored with bright lights. But the most popular place in Fenerbahce Park is the locant cafe "Romance". The openwork glass pavilion is very bright and unusually elegant, just like the furnishings in it, designed in white tones. The food here is very expensive, even the buffet in the center of the hall does not save. The sounds of the violin in the hands of a gray-haired musician immediately tune in to a lyrical mood. This delightful and romantic place is ideal for couples in love, when a man, perhaps, dares to utter long-awaited words. 
Without a doubt, it is better to find time to visit Fenerbahce Park in the middle of the day. You can calmly and without too much fuss walk along its well-groomed alleys, admire the extraordinary color of spring almonds, bright lights of red tulips, take interesting photos for memory. As usual, the evening park is crowded with locals. It is too many-voiced and loud in an oriental way, its alleys are filled with acrid smoke of coal and the smells of roast lamb. No, perhaps choose to walk in Fenerbahce park midday time. And then you will surely be roused by the singing of birds and the low staccato whistles of steamships hiding in the milky fog over the Sea of Marmara.
The world is changing dramatically every day, but something remains eternal. Everyone also loves Turkish cuisine, they smoke hookah, sitting on the carpet and looking out the minarets from the window in the heart of Turkey, in Istanbul. This city has gone through a lot, changed names more than once, the peoples that inhabited it, but remained the same in its significance. Every year, interested tourists come here in droves who want to try, try on and see all the rumors about Istanbul and its great history.
It is difficult to convey in words what is happening in this ancient Ottoman city, its charisma and originality. Among the many entertainments and spectacles, the nature of the city deserves special attention and, in particular, Fenerbahçe Park (tur. Fenerbahçe Parkı) in the Stambul.
History of Fenerbahce Park
The name of this place, most likely, has already been on your lips once. This is because the district of Istanbul and the famous football club in Turkey are also called. The name comes from the lighthouse, which, by the way, is located near the park. The reliable history of the location of the park is unknown, but there are some theories that claim that this place was previously an island. According to historians, even during the existence of Byzantium, the locals decided to combine a wonderful place with the rest of the city and covered the water gap between the mainland and the island with sand and stones.
It is known that Fenerbahce has always been in the price of local residents, including the local nobility. During the reign of the Romans, temples were erected here, a port was built and pompous cottages were equipped. After Constantinople was defeated by the Ottoman Empire, the sultans of different times built a garden of extraordinary beauty here and often visited it. Abdulhamid 2 even used the park to hide from pursuers.
Fenerbahce Park in Istanbul
Now the park is very beautiful. A couple of decades ago, it was in a worthless state: unkempt, with unpainted fences and curbs, with ugly trees and shrubs, but after the administration of Istanbul took up this issue, the park became chic. The main entertainment in this place is, of course, the very stay on the territory of the "reserve", with a whole list of names of available plants in the area. It is very important to choose the right time for walking in the park.
When is the best time to visit Fenerbahce Park
spring about the season and in the middle of the day regarding the time of day. It is in the springtime, when life begins to bloom on the streets, that Fenerbahce is literally immersed in the bizarre aromas of all possible varieties of trees and shrubs. Here you will find tulips in abundance in the flower beds, almonds and magnolias near the trails. When winter leaves, it's time for Fenerbahce. To see how the natural beauty of the park is being revived is even more pleasant than looking at in Istanbul or any other inanimate landmark of the city.
As for the daytime, it is really better to come to the park somewhere in the afternoon. It is still very popular among the locals, so they come here very often, but more in the evening. Then the real city fuss begins in the park, however, not as nasty as in traffic jams in the city center, but on the contrary, kind, loud and pleasant bustle. Sitting on a bench in the park, you will see a beautiful panorama of the Princes' Islands, and also notice the tops of the Blue Mosque and old houses from afar. It is for this view, with the sunset line on the horizon, that the locals come here.
If you want to taste the park with the name football team completely, then go to local cafeterias. There are not so many of them here - about 5, but each with its own taste and interesting offer. Eg:
Other things to do in the park
The city administration has carefully thought out everything: the park has a jogging track, separate glades for picnics, a place where you can walk your dog and more. Near each colorful tree there is a place to sit, and near the most conspicuous places there is a table with an umbrella at all. So, sitting on a wooden bench and contemplating the sunset and the ships sailing along it, you will get to know the true Istanbul - a loud, enchanting and extremely spectacular city.
How to get to Fenerbahce Park in Istanbul
It all depends on your location. This paradise is located in the Asian part of the city, therefore, if you are in the center, on the other side, you will have to take the ferry. Most importantly, get to the port of Kadikoy, from Eminenu or Kabatas. Or, being in the Asian part of Istanbul, go from Kyzyltoprak to Bostanci. Be guided by the famous lighthouse, after which the garden was named.
Fenerbahce Park in the photo
Lush petals of roses and tulips, quirky tree branches, Romance Cafe and a wonderful sunset - all this in Fenerbahce Park and on a selection of photos in our gallery below.
The Olympic Stadium in Istanbul is one of the largest stadiums in Turkey. With its original design, the arena stands out among all the stadiums in Europe. During its short history, the stadium managed to host many important football matches and athletics competitions.
The stadium was opened in 2002. The cost of construction was about 130 million pounds sterling. The arena has a capacity of 76,000 spectators. The stands are arranged in several tiers. Feature of this Olympic Stadium is an extraordinary shape of the roof, which is located only above the main stands - it has a different shape on each side: on the one hand it is wavy, and on the other it has the shape of a small arc. The arena also has Treadmills and many other objects for athletic competitions.
The stadium hosts many social events and sports competitions. The most memorable match played here was the Champions League final between AC Milan and Liverpool in 2005.
Inönü Stadium
In the historical part of Istanbul is located the most famous stadium Turkey with an interesting name - "Inönü". It has one of the richest histories in Europe. The football club "Besiktas" holds its home matches on it.
The stadium was opened in 1947, immediately becoming the home arena for Besiktas. Its capacity was very meager - only 15 thousand people. But over time, several restorations and redevelopments were made, which increased the arena's capacity to 32,000 spectators. The stadium has a classic antique design on the outside. The stands are square in shape with rounded corners. Soon the club government will begin another renovation, the purpose of which is to refresh the design of the stadium and increase its capacity to 41,000 people.
The stadium has a number of features. For example, this is the only stadium in the world from which you can see two continents at once - Europe and Asia. Also, architectural monuments are visible from the stands, including the Dolmabahce Palace and the Maiden Tower. Also, it was this arena that set the European record for the level of noise produced - 132 dB, which was achieved in the football match "Besiktas" - "Liverpool".
Fenerbahce Stadium Sukru Saracoglu
The Şükrü Saracoglu Stadium is located in Istanbul, Türkiye. It is the home arena of FC Fenerbahce. Its impressive dimensions and considerable capacity ensured it a place in the top three largest stadiums in Turkey.
The stadium is square. The stands are placed on several levels. The stadium is equipped with the most modern equipment and amenities. During its history, the arena has been reconstructed more than once. The last changes were carried out in 2006, when the stadium underwent many minor interior changes, as well as an increase in the stands, which now have a capacity of more than 50,000 spectators.
The stadium constantly receives football matches various cups. One of the most famous matches, which took place here, is the last UEFA Cup final, which took place in 2009.
Turk Telekom Stadium
The pearl of all sports arenas in Turkey is the "Turk Telecom" arena. This is a multifunctional stadium that can accommodate more than 52,000 spectators. Such a number of spectators can come to the games football club"Galatasaray", which holds its home matches here.
The stadium was opened quite recently - in 2011. The construction of the arena lasted about 3 years, and the cost of construction was only 128 million Euros. The arena has an oval shape, with square stands, which are located on 3 levels. The stadium has a large roof that covers all the seats in the stands. Yes, what can I say, this is a modern and beautiful stadium, which only a few can compete with in Turkey.
The stadium hosts both football matches and cultural events. So, "Bon Jovi" and Madonna have already performed at the arena.
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