Galata Tower
Galata Kulesi
tower in
Istanbul
#6 in Istanbul
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#6 in Turkey
Galata Tower, located in Istanbul, Turkey, is a medieval stone tower that offers panoramic views of the city. Originally built in 1348 during the Genoese colony expansion in Constantinople, it stands at 67 meters tall. Over the centuries, it has served various purposes, including as a watchtower, a prison, and an observatory. Today, it is one of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks, attracting tourists who climb to the top for breathtaking vistas of the Bosphorus Strait and the historic peninsula.
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