Part of the transformation of the Büyük İstanbul Otogarı (Grand Istanbul Bus Terminal), the Evliya Çelebi Library was opened on January 24, 2022. Named after the great traveler Evliya Çelebi, our library reflects the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality’s vision to transform the traditional concept of libraries, providing the city not only with book collections but also a cultural and educational center.

With a collection of 11,188 works, the library includes books in many fields such as history, literature, political science, philosophy, research and analysis, art, informatics, technology, science, faith, personal development, cultural heritage, architecture, and design, as well as periodicals.

The library serves readers in a 600-square-meter space with a capacity of 100 people and features a terrace balcony and a computer lab with 3 workstations.

All local residents can benefit from the lending services of all libraries affiliated with the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Directorate of City History and Promotion Libraries and Museums Branch, especially the Evliya Çelebi Library. Readers wishing to become members can quickly register and access services through the İBB Library Mini application available on the Istanbul Senin mobile app.

For membership via e-Government, visit turkiye.gov.tr, search for "İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi Kütüphane," and click the "Municipality Libraries Membership Information Inquiry and Membership Application" link that appears. Fill in the required information on the new membership page and complete the process by clicking the 'Apply' button. Members can access all İBB library services by logging in with the passwords sent via SMS and email.

Applicants should also visit our libraries with an official valid ID such as a Turkish Republic ID card, driver’s license, or passport.

• Capacity: 600 m², 100 people

• Address: Büyük İstanbul Otogarı A1 Kız Kulesi / Esenler