Dağdere

Dağdere is a locality in Beykoz, Istanbul. Dağdere is situated nearby to the village Paşamandıra, as well as near Alibahadır.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Riva Castle.

Riva Castle

Castle

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Riva Castle, is a Byzantine coastal fortification situated on a hill where Riva Creek meets the Black Sea in Riva, Beykoz, Istanbul. In Greek mythology, the leader of the Argo sailors, Iason, searching for the Golden Fleece received the iron anchor, hence the village was referred to as Ancyranum during the reign of the Eastern Roman Empire. Riva Castle is situated 3½ km north of Dağdere.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Riva and Öğümce.

Riva

Suburb

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Riva is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Beykoz, Istanbul Province, Turkey. Its population is 2,885. This place is the filming location of the Turkish TV show hit called Diriliş: Ertuğrul and its sequel Kuruluş: Osman. Riva is situated 3½ km north of Dağdere.