One of Istanbul’s first towns is called Şile. Şile is famous for its amazing nature and small village center with fish restaurants. People lived there even during the Neolithic era and today, Şile serves as a getaway spot for Istanbul residents who are sick of the city’s hectic pace and want to forget the tension.

Şile, which is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours away from the center of Istanbul, is one of the important escape points around the city. Şile is one of the oldest settlements in Istanbul. It is so old that we know that people were living here even in the Neolithic times. Today, it is a place for Istanbulites, who are tired of the busy pace of the city, where they can leave their stress behind by making sweet escapes here. It is a region that is preferred not only for a quiet and long breakfast but also for weekend getaways or longer holidays. Here you can rent bungalows or villas, or you can choose to camp. There are many different accommodation options where you can enjoy nature to the fullest. You can reach Şile by city buses or by intercity buses departing from the bus stations.