Vefa Zat
Hotels of Old Instanbul
Type
abstract
Year
2014
Zat, Vefa. Eski İstanbul Otelleri. İstanbul: Bilge Karınca, 2005, 256pp.
ABSTRACT
Hotels of Old Istanbul
Eski İstanbul Otelleri
This 248 page book is a historical study on the hotels in Istanbul which covers the history of travel and accommodation. It begins with an overview of travelling and places of hospitality dating from the Byzantine period, before focusing on the modernisation of the hotels and urban public space in Istanbul between the 1850s and 1950s. The author sees both the Tanzimat era (1850s) and the opening of the Hilton in 1955 as turning points in the history of Istanbul’s tourist establishments. While covering the gradual transformation of Istanbul at this period, Zat examines in detail the evolution of the most prominent hotels of Istanbul such as Hotel D’Angleterre, Grand Hotel De Londres, Halki Palas and Pera Palas.
During the Republican period, the hotels offered not only accommodation but became important spaces for urban entertainment and social interaction. The author focuses on the emergence of travel agencies from the 1930s and talks about the first touristic activities.
In addition to the history of hotels in Istanbul, the book also examines the modernisation of taverns, theatres and other public spaces in Istanbul. Zat includes some personal anecdotes and experiences. Throughout the book the author emphasizes the pioneering role of the non-Muslim communities of Istanbul, not only in the emergence of the modern night-life entertainment, but also in the construction and management of modern hotels.
Researchers interested in the urban history of contemporary Istanbul can use this book as a primary source. The book is also enriched by the visual material provided from the personal archive of the author. However, given the numerous personal views and descriptions and large sections from the author's previously published works the authenticity of the writer’s analysis should be considered with caution.
Helin Burkay
Citation
Burkay, Helin. '"English abstract of 'Hotels of Old Istanbul'". Translated by Helin Burkay. In Cities as Built and Lived Environments: Scholarship from Muslim Contexts, 1875 to 2011, by Aptin Khanbaghi. 39. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press, 2014.
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Muslim Civilisations Abstracts - The Aga Khan University
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Türkiye
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Hotels of Old Instanbul
Type
abstract
Year
2014
Zat, Vefa. Eski İstanbul Otelleri. İstanbul: Bilge Karınca, 2005, 256pp.
ABSTRACT
Hotels of Old Istanbul
Eski İstanbul Otelleri
This 248 page book is a historical study on the hotels in Istanbul which covers the history of travel and accommodation. It begins with an overview of travelling and places of hospitality dating from the Byzantine period, before focusing on the modernisation of the hotels and urban public space in Istanbul between the 1850s and 1950s. The author sees both the Tanzimat era (1850s) and the opening of the Hilton in 1955 as turning points in the history of Istanbul’s tourist establishments. While covering the gradual transformation of Istanbul at this period, Zat examines in detail the evolution of the most prominent hotels of Istanbul such as Hotel D’Angleterre, Grand Hotel De Londres, Halki Palas and Pera Palas.
During the Republican period, the hotels offered not only accommodation but became important spaces for urban entertainment and social interaction. The author focuses on the emergence of travel agencies from the 1930s and talks about the first touristic activities.
In addition to the history of hotels in Istanbul, the book also examines the modernisation of taverns, theatres and other public spaces in Istanbul. Zat includes some personal anecdotes and experiences. Throughout the book the author emphasizes the pioneering role of the non-Muslim communities of Istanbul, not only in the emergence of the modern night-life entertainment, but also in the construction and management of modern hotels.
Researchers interested in the urban history of contemporary Istanbul can use this book as a primary source. The book is also enriched by the visual material provided from the personal archive of the author. However, given the numerous personal views and descriptions and large sections from the author's previously published works the authenticity of the writer’s analysis should be considered with caution.
Helin Burkay
Citation
Burkay, Helin. '"English abstract of 'Hotels of Old Istanbul'". Translated by Helin Burkay. In Cities as Built and Lived Environments: Scholarship from Muslim Contexts, 1875 to 2011, by Aptin Khanbaghi. 39. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press, 2014.
Authorities
Collections
Copyright
Muslim Civilisations Abstracts - The Aga Khan University
Country
Türkiye
Language
English
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