At the northernmost tip of Istanbul’s European side, where the Bosphorus meets the Black Sea, lie two villages: Rumeli Feneri and Garipçe. The white, octagonal stone lighthouse built during the Crimean War, the coastal rocks, the historic fortresses and the silhouette of the bridge linking the two shores of the Bosphorus give this coast a character all its own.
In contrast to the elegance of pavilions and salons, here nature does the talking: the wind, wide meadows, wooded slopes and an endless sea. For couples who want free, cinematic photographs with a gown dancing in the wind.
Highlights
- The white stone lighthouse and the fishing harbour
- Coastal rocks and wide sea views opening onto the Black Sea
- The Garipçe and Rumeli Feneri fortresses, with views of the bridge
- Natural light on wide meadows and wooded slopes
Photographer’s note
Rumeli Feneri and Garipçe are public villages; they can be busy at weekends, and it’s important to respect the residents’ living spaces. The wind on the coast can be strong: long veils and tulle gowns make for wonderful photographs, but we recommend bringing a spare hair pin and comfortable shoes.
