Balat Postal Codes, Fatih, İstanbul, Marmara Turkey

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Balat, located in Marmara, İstanbul, Fatih, Turkey. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Balat to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Balat on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Balat towns in Turkey. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Balat

Key Facts

Balat is a historic neighborhood located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey, situated on the southern shore of the Golden Horn along the European side of the city. This culturally rich quarter occupies a strategic position within Istanbul's historic peninsula, bordered by the Golden Horn to the north and surrounded by other significant neighborhoods of Fatih. Balat covers an area of approximately 0.5 square kilometers and maintains a population of around 11,000 residents, though this number fluctuates with tourism and urban migration patterns. Historically known as one of Istanbul's most prominent Jewish quarters during the Ottoman era, Balat has evolved into a multicultural neighborhood while preserving its distinctive architectural heritage characterized by colorful wooden houses and narrow, winding streets. The neighborhood is administratively divided into several mahalles (sub-districts) within Fatih's municipal structure. As part of Istanbul's UNESCO World Heritage site buffer zone, Balat offers visitors and residents access to comprehensive postal services covering its various sub-districts and historic landmarks.

Neighboring Regions

* Fener

* Ayvansaray

* Cibali

* Sultanahmet