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Street scenes from Kadıköy's cobblestones, shops, and bull roundabout

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Kadıköy, Turkey

Friday, September 18, 2026 · Updated Friday, September 18, 2026

Street scenes from Kadıköy's cobblestones, shops, and bull roundabout

Kadıköy, Turkey

In Kadıköy, Turkey, on a street with a bustling urban environment, a yellow taxi with blue checkered patterns and the identification "TCJ 06" is parked in the foreground. To the right of this taxi is another yellow taxi, a Fiat, with the license plate "34 TJC 33". Standing between the two taxis is a man carrying a black guitar case. He is wearing a dark jacket and appears to be speaking with a young woman, who is facing him and holding a red bag. Behind them, another person, partially obscured, stands. The background is dominated by a tall building covered in advertisements, including one for "Yi Giden Lezzet" and "GO Ahead" featuring a woman holding a chocolate bar. Other advertisements visible include "VIZE", "UMRE", "LORIS PARFUM", "LOYA", and "MAD PARFUMEUR". The street is paved and appears to be a typical urban thoroughfare.

The image shows a bright yellow Bitaksi taxi, identified as "THE 73," parked on a city street in Kadıköy, Turkey. The taxi has blue checkered stripes along its side. In the background, a yellow public bus with "KENT LF" visible on its side is also present. The street is lined with multi-story buildings, some with shops at ground level, and other vehicles are present in the distance. A blue sky with scattered clouds forms the backdrop. The scene captures a moment of urban street life, with pedestrians and vehicles on a typical day.

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The image depicts a street scene in Kadıköy, Turkey, with a yellow taxi prominently featured in the foreground. The taxi has the text "ORUÇLAR TAKSI" and "TCF 49" visible on its side. Behind the taxi, several storefronts line the street, displaying signs for businesses such as "OKYANUS TELEKOM," "BARIS," "DADDAŞLAR," and "GÜVEN." Some of these shops appear to sell electronic devices, while others might be clothing or accessory stores. People are seen walking on the sidewalk and entering or exiting the shops. A white car is parked to the right of the taxi, and a motorcycle is partially visible in the lower left corner of the frame. The buildings in the background show architectural details common in urban environments, including windows and some graffiti on the walls. The sky is overcast with some visible clouds.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 2:25 PM · 20.4k attention

The image depicts a concrete wall with graffiti in Kadıköy, Turkey. The graffiti includes the words "FREE PALESTINE" written in large red, white, and green letters, mimicking the Palestinian flag, and "KAN!" in black spray paint at the top. To the left of "FREE PALESTINE," there is more graffiti in black and white. Two men are walking away from the camera on a paved sidewalk in front of the wall, with two cars and trees visible in the background. The wall is part of an elevated structure, likely a highway overpass, casting a shadow over the sidewalk.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 2:30 PM · 17.7k attention

The video shows a busy street scene from a high vantage point, looking down on a long, narrow street lined with multi-story buildings. Cars, buses, and pedestrians fill the street. Several yellow taxis are visible, as are two large yellow and white buses. The buildings on either side of the street have shops and businesses on the ground floor, with apartments or offices above. The sky is overcast with clouds. The overall impression is one of a bustling urban environment.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 2:23 PM · 15.7k attention

A tabby cat is sleeping on a red and white checkered mat placed on the seat of a gray and black scooter. The scooter is parked on a cobblestone street in front of a jewelry store in Kadıköy, Turkey. The store's display windows show various jewelry items, and a sign inside reads "ZEYNEBIM GUMUS." Another sign on the store's exterior has a camera icon and the word "DIKKAT," meaning "attention" in Turkish. The environment appears to be an urban setting, possibly during daylight hours.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 12:38 PM · 10.9k attention

In Kadıköy, Turkey, on a cobblestone street, three women stand outside a building with the signage "19 GÖKSEL SİTESİ." The building has several air conditioning units mounted on its exterior wall. The woman on the left wears a pink abaya and a grey hijab, the middle woman wears a peach-colored abaya and a pink hijab, and the woman on the right wears a sleeveless olive-green dress and has her red hair tied in a ponytail. She is carrying a large reusable shopping bag. In front of the building, a red and white traffic cone is visible. A gold jewelry store with its window display is to the right of the building. A sign for "ALTIYOL İŞİTME CİHAZLARI" is also visible.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 12:39 PM · 10.3k attention

This is a street-level photograph of a shop window display in Kadıköy, Turkey. The display features a variety of textiles, including colorful towels, cushions, and fabric by the yard. A mannequin wearing a robe and a red headscarf is prominently displayed, along with a framed picture of Frida Kahlo and a large tiger-patterned tapestry. The shop appears to specialize in bath and beach towels, as indicated by a red sign above the window. The floor outside the shop is paved with black and white cobblestones. The overall impression is of a vibrant and eclectic textile shop.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 12:37 PM · 10.2k attention

Four mannequins are displayed outside a shop on a sidewalk in Kadıköy, Turkey. The mannequins are black and are positioned side-by-side. From left to right, the first mannequin wears a plush pink bathrobe tied with a belt. The second mannequin is dressed in a long, dark red dress with a small floral print. The third mannequin is adorned with a long, black and white patterned dress. The fourth mannequin is wearing a light blue bathrobe with thin white stripes and a belt. The mannequins are standing in front of a concrete wall covered with black graffiti. The sidewalk is made of gray paving stones. Behind the mannequins, a shop window is visible, as well as part of an indoor seating area with chairs and tables. The overall scene suggests an outdoor retail display.

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The image shows a building facade in Kadıköy, Turkey, featuring several black and white portraits of famous musicians. On the left, a white framed window is visible, with a red sign bearing the number "20" mounted on a brown textured wall. To the right of the window, a vertical drainpipe runs down the wall. Adjacent to the drainpipe, a series of six portraits are displayed vertically. The topmost portrait is of Freddie Mercury, followed by Jim Morrison, Michael Jackson, John Lennon, and two more portraits of unknown individuals. To the right of the portraits, a shop window displays various items. A yellow poster with a vinyl record graphic is prominent, advertising "10. Yıl, Plak Günleri" (10th Anniversary, Record Days) with dates "12-13 Eylül 2026" (September 12-13, 2026). Another poster with Turkish text, "şahiya stranan-3", is also visible. Inside the window, a framed picture of a woman with auburn hair is displayed, along with some figurines. Below the shop window, a black panel displays two phone numbers in white text: "0216 346 48 00" and "0532 453 48 00". A blue metal grate is visible at the very bottom of the image. The overall scene suggests a commercial establishment, possibly a record store or a shop specializing in music memorabilia, located on a street in Kadıköy.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 1:21 PM · 0.8k attention

A medium shot captures a man and a cat at an outdoor seating area of a cafe in Kadıköy, Turkey. The man, wearing a grey hoodie and sweatpants, sits on a wooden bench, looking at his phone and holding it in his right hand. Beside him, a calico cat rests on an orange cushion on the bench, looking to the right. The cafe's interior is visible behind them, featuring shelves with bottles and equipment, and a red tapestry on the back wall. The cafe window displays the text "Let's get knotted". In the foreground, the windshield of a car partially obscures the scene. The overall lighting suggests either dusk or an overcast day.

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A street scene in a city is captured with a focus on the foreground where a silver and white scooter with a black delivery box is parked. To the right of the scooter, a person wearing a helmet is sitting on a black motorcycle, its engine appears to be running. In the background, there are several storefronts, including "florida COFFEE" with a Turkish flag displayed outside. To the left of the coffee shop is a store with mannequins displaying dresses. A yellow taxi is visible behind the scooter and motorcycle. People are seen walking on the sidewalk and crossing the street. The buildings are multi-story with windows and architectural details. The sky is overcast.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 2:26 PM · 0.1k attention

The image captures a street-level view of a small Turkish market stall or cafe in Kadıköy, Turkey, with an emphasis on its display of beverages and snacks. Dominating the left side of the frame is a vintage-style beverage dispenser with the prominent text "GECEKONDU" etched in ornate lettering. Three shiny, metallic pitchers are neatly arranged on top of the dispenser, suggesting a traditional preparation method for drinks like Turkish coffee or tea. The dispenser itself features a chrome spigot, indicating its functionality. Above the dispenser and to the right, wooden shelves are stocked with various packaged goods. These include several boxes and packets of biscuits, wafers, and other confectionery items, many with Turkish branding. Notable brands visible are "Ülker Probiş," "Cin," "Hanımeller," "Canpare," "Tamek," "İkram," and "Cizi." There are also some pink and green foil-wrapped items, likely candy or snacks, and some green packaged items on the top shelf. Below the wooden shelves, and to the right of the beverage dispenser, are more shelves containing a variety of packaged snacks and sweets. These are stacked in cardboard boxes and plastic wrappers, with many biscuit packets and chocolates visible. Among these are packets of "Haylayf" biscuits, "İkram" biscuits, and "Rondo" chocolates. In the foreground, on a white counter, a green cloth is laid out, holding a small purple disposable cup with a smiley face graphic. To its left, a clear glass jug filled with sugar cubes is visible, and next to it, another glass container holds wooden stirring sticks. Further to the right, more disposable cups are present, along with other items that are partially obscured. The overall environment suggests a small, busy retail space, likely an outdoor stall or a small shopfront with an open window. The dark grey roller shutter above the display indicates that the stall is either closing or in a protected state. A few promotional signs are visible at the bottom, one with the text "Malik-el-mülk El-Mülkü Lilla" and another with a "BJK 1903" logo, which is associated with the Beşiktaş J.K. football club, a popular team in Turkey. The scene is well-lit, likely by natural daylight and possibly some internal lighting, highlighting the colorful packaging of the products.

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A tabby cat is stretching on a red and black plaid blanket that is draped over a bench. The cat is facing left, with its front paws extended and its back arched. The background is a street scene in Kadıköy, Turkey, with buildings and parked cars visible. The cat is in front of a store window, with text on the window that reads "HEKİM GURSE". The time of day appears to be late afternoon or early evening. The lighting is soft and diffused.

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A black and white cat walks on a cobblestone sidewalk in front of storefronts in Kadıköy, Turkey. The storefronts include a restaurant called DATE and a tattoo and tobacco shop called BIRDMAN. The street is lined with buildings that have multiple stories. There are air conditioning units mounted on the exterior of the buildings. A Turkish flag is visible in one of the windows. A car with a license plate that reads "34 EM 5220" is parked on the street. The weather appears to be overcast.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 3:59 PM

The image captures a street scene in Kadıköy, Turkey, featuring a bright yellow Fiat taxi prominently in the foreground. The taxi is parked on a cobblestone street, angled towards the right side of the frame. The street is lined with multi-story buildings, typical of an urban environment. On the left side of the street, a restaurant named "Manti House" is visible, distinguished by its green awning and illuminated interior, where two individuals are seated at a table. Next to the restaurant, other businesses with various signs are present, including what appears to be a bank. The buildings exhibit a mix of architectural styles and colors, with facades ranging from light grey to salmon pink and white, adorned with numerous windows and balconies. Some buildings have satellite dishes attached. Air conditioning units are visible mounted on the exterior walls. In the background, a person is riding a scooter, and other individuals are walking on the sidewalk. The sky above is overcast, suggesting it might be early morning or late afternoon. The overall impression is a bustling city street with typical urban elements and daily life activities.

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Kadıköy, Turkey · Sep 18, 2026, 3:59 PM