---
title: Waterfront Library
slug: waterfront-library
url: /detay/waterfront-library
type: article
language: English
entity:
  primary: Waterfront Library
  type: article
  disambiguation: Stunning Bosphorus views meet modern library design.  Books, resources & events await at Beykoz's Waterfront Library.
  categories:
    - name: General Knowledge
      slug: genel-kultur
      url: /kategori/genel-kultur
  tags:
    - Modern Architecture
    - Waterfront Library
    - cultural activities
    - library
    - Beykoz
    - Bosphorus
author: Ahsen Karakaş
created_at: 2025-01-02T21:13:46.047920+03:00
updated_at: 2025-04-17T13:13:25.155998+03:00
---

# Waterfront Library

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## KURE Information Cards

### KURE Information Card: Waterfront Library

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Working Days | Sunday,Saturday,Friday,Thursday,Wednesday,Tuesday,Monday |
| Working Hours | 08:00 - 00:00 |
| Address(es) | 34825 Beykoz/İstanbul,Kelle İbrahim Cd. no:30,Merkez |

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## Article Content

[Waterfront Library](/en/detay/yali-library-cc3d6/llms.txt), implemented by the Beykoz municipality, stands out as a cultural center with its [modern](/en/detay/modern-2/llms.txt) architecture and rich content, located on the shores of the [Bosphorus](/en/detay/bosphorus-yalis-book-7b18b/llms.txt), one of Istanbul's natural beauties. The library not only houses books but also offers a platform where students, researchers, and all book lovers [can](/en/detay/can-3/llms.txt) access information, work, and socialize.

#### Location and Architecture of the Library

Situated on the Beykoz central coastline, Waterfront Library provides visitors with the opportunity to read and work with a view of the Bosphorus. The library, notable for its modern and minimalist architecture, offers a spacious and peaceful environment to its users through its interior design. With its large windows allowing natural light, readers can focus on their books while enjoying the Bosphorus scenery.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/01/02/WV8BIX05badnDCHikDoiIZZRDEVvzx4b.png)
*Waterfront Library*

#### Contents of the Library

The Waterfront Library boasts a vast and diverse collection. The library contains thousands of books, current magazines, and newspapers in various fields such as literature, history, science, and art. Additionally, computer and internet access is provided to support the studies of students and researchers. The tea and coffee corner in the library allows users to relax and have pleasant conversations.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/01/02/106RrBwZgeX815jwx5rEK7ZgSFAe3asE.png)
*Waterfront Library*

#### Goals and Services of the Library

The primary goals of the Waterfront Library are to promote the culture of reading, support students and researchers, host cultural events, and foster community cohesion. To achieve these goals, the library offers various services to its members, including book lending, reference services, and information literacy training. The library staff assists users in meeting their information needs and supports them during their research processes. Furthermore, cultural activities are supported through book promotion events, talks, and workshops held in the library.

Address: [Merkez, Kelle İbrahim Cd. no:30, 34825 Beykoz/İstanbul](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Yal%C4%B1+K%C3%BCt%C3%BCphanesi/@41.132078,29.0921884,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x14cacbbdf1768d7b:0x7178912f8e7d5a77!8m2!3d41.1320468!4d29.0919931!16s%2Fg%2F11vyj8mmjb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)

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## Academic Sources and References

1. Anadolu Ajansı. (2024). Beykozlunun yeni gözdesi: Yalı Kütüphanesi. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/kultur/beykozlunun-yeni-gozdesi-yali-kutuphanesi/3177183
2. Beykoz Belediyesi. (2024). Dünyanın İlk “Yalı Kütüphanesi” Beykoz’da Açıldı. https://beykoz.bel.tr/icerik/detay/dunyanin-ilk-yali-kutuphanesi-beykoz-da-acildi/1/n1133
3. Daily Sabah. (2024). World's 1st 'waterfront library' opens in Istanbul's Beykoz. https://www.dailysabah.com/arts/worlds-1st-waterfront-library-opens-in-istanbuls-beykoz/news
4. Google Maps. (2024). Beykoz Yalı Kütüphanesi. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Yal%C4%B1+K%C3%BCt%C3%BCphanesi/@41.1320468,29.0894128,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x14cacbbdf1768d7b:0x7178912f8e7d5a77!8m2!3d41.1320468!4d29.0919931!16s%2Fg%2F11vyj8mmjb?entry=ttu&g\_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D.