History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Haramidere valley is one of the first centers where industrialization and craft production began towards the west of Istanbul during the Republican period. Haramidere Craft and Trade Bazaar is a huge cultural center of tradesmen and artisans where iron workmanship, auto restoration, wooden furniture and traditional metal craftsmanship have been maintained uninterruptedly for decades. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
Its altitude is approximately 40 meters. It is established in the logistics corridor between the E-5 Highway and the Haramidere valley. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Entrance to the bazaar and commercial areas is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days:Open 6 days a week between 08:00 - 19:00, except Sundays.•Rules and Security:It is a trade axis with intense workshop and vehicle circulation; You should walk carefully.•Facilities and Facilities:There are tradesmen's restaurants, tea houses, ATMs and spare parts stores. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Haramidere Sanayi Mahallesi, E-5 Yan Yol Mevkii, Esenyurt / İstanbul.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: It has a direct frontage to the E-5 Highway and TEM connection; Vehicle transportation is excellent.•Real Public Transportation Information: When you get off the Metrobus at Haramidere Industrial Station, you can directly reach the entrance of the market.•Parking Availability:There is an open parking lot for 300 vehicles in and around the bazaar. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photo Spots and Frames:Sparkling traditional blacksmith workshops and portraits of classic artisan craftsmen.•Light and Shooting Hours:The hours when the workshops are most active before noon are suitable for documentary photography.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:Lentil soup in bone broth and casserole dishes at the historical Haramidere industrial tradesman restaurant.