Historical Landmarks
Basilica Cistern: Istanbul’s Mysterious Underground Palace
Discover the Basilica Cistern in Sultanahmet—an underground Byzantine masterpiece with 336 columns, Medusa heads, and centuries of history.
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Discover the Basilica Cistern in Sultanahmet—an underground Byzantine masterpiece with 336 columns, Medusa heads, and centuries of history.