Built in 1890, the Istanbul Railway Station, which was the eastern end of the world-famous Orient Express, still stands today. The building was designed by a German architect, granite and marble were imported from Marseille, France, and stoves for heating were brought from Austria. Sirkeci Terminal, as it is called today, is an example of eclectic architecture in 19th century Istanbul.
The first Orient Express train arrived in Turkey in 1883, ending its journey in Istanbul. The train passed many countries along the way. It covered the distance of almost 3,100 kilometers/ 1,900 miles for 80 hours. The Orient Express, which started its journey in Paris, has brought passengers here for many decades.
