Historical Places

Istanbul, with its rich history as a crossroads between East and West, is home to numerous historical places that showcase its cultural and architectural heritage.

Rumeli Fortess
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Rumeli Fortress

The Rumeli Fortress is located on the Thracean side of the Bosphorus in Istanbul. Built by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452, its purpose was to prevent northern aid from reaching the Byzantine Empire.
Istanbul Golden Horn
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Golden Horn

Golden Horn. This horn-shaped estuary divides European Istanbul. One of the best natural harbours in the world, it was once the centre for the Byzantine and Ottoman navies
Istanbul Yedikule Fortress
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Yedikule Fortress

Yedikule Fortress, also known as Yedikule Hisari or Yedikule Zindanları (meaning “Fortress of the Seven Towers”), is a historic fortified structure situated in the Fatih neighbourhood of Istanbul, Türkiye.
Istanbul City Walls
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Istanbul City Walls

The Istanbul City Walls are fortifications that were built during 413-477 by the Byzantine Emperor Thedosius II. They stretch for 6-7 km, starting from the Marble Tower on the Marmara shore and ending at the Golden Horn.
Suleymaniye Mosque Istanbul
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Suleymaniye Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque. Religious Monument Upon initial inspection, two impressive features stand out regarding Ottoman ancient monuments