There are numerous historical sites, modern trade centers, culture and art centers in Şişli. Also Rumeli and Valikonağı streets that are the most popular shopping centers of Istanbul are in the dstrict. With skyscrapers builts on Büyükdere street between Şişli and Maslak, Şisli has become a business and financial center of Turkey’s economy. Furthermore, Şişli is an important cultural center of Istanbul with its many cinema and theater halls, concert venues, and congress centers.