Kedi Tombili Heykeli

Sculpture · Zuhtupasa

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10 Offbeat Things to Do in Istanbul (Updated 2025)

"A viral street cat named Tombili inspired a now-famous statue placed where the 'chill cat' photo was taken; after Tombili died in 2016 the statue was commissioned, briefly stolen, and then returned following a big public outcry, making it a charming, photogenic local landmark and popular spot for visitors to snap a picture." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/offbeat-things-istanbul/

Zühtüpaşa, Güleç Çk No:1, 34724 Kadıköy/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions

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