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Galata Tower
(Galata Kulesi)
Historic and Protected Site and Scenic Lookout
Bereketzade, Beyoğlu
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"One of the best panoramic view of the city!"(12 Tips)
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Amazing Byzantine era landmark. Built by the Genoese community of Constantinople it was dedicated to Jesus Christ and was called Christ Tower. (Latin Christea Turris).
I BSeptember 1, 2017Every time I come in Istanbul, a visit to the Galata Tower is a must! One of the best panoramic view of the city!
Emre ÇakıcıoğluOctober 21, 2015Wandering around Galata tower's narrow streets is as good as Galata tower's amazing view
Majed AlashariFebruary 18, 2017Nice tower to take a photo of but is it hard to get there as it is over hill. Many souvenirs shops near by.
sarah || aïs™September 22, 2012Open: daily from 09.00 – 20.00 Closed: no closing days ! Best to Hang out with friends for dinner, Beers and chit chatty, some bar have the live music too.
Farinaz 💎🍀February 5, 2015Historical place . You can see if u come here and seat to restraunt around here . Quite and safe place .
Adam NowekSeptember 9, 2015Truly distinct tower and a good way to orient yourself within Galata, which is itself an incredibly vibrant neighbourhood.
AbhishekOctober 18, 2015Awesome views of the old city. I would recommend visiting in the evening to take good photographs of the panoramic views of the city.
Thanos Antonis. 🍻🍺😝☕😀November 7, 2015Magnificent view from outer balcony. One of the best in Istanbul. Open hour 9:00 am till 20:30 pm.
Is the head of the Galata tower walls. In the 16th century used as a prison for prisoners executed in Kasimpasa shipyard , later it was transformed into the barn yard .
The Ritz-CarltonMay 24, 2016Did you know that Hezarfen Ahmet Celebi attempted to fly to the Anatolian side of Istanbul from the Galata Tower with wings on his arms in 1632?
istanbulMarch 2, 2011Topped with a distinctive witch's hat roof, the prominent Galata Tower dates back to the days when Genose traders were settled in this part of town.
IzAppsOctober 5, 2012Galata Tower is one of the most famous symbols of İstanbul. If you like it, we invite you to see Chora Museum. Here is the offical application of Chora. http://bit.ly/P3nsXi
Arthur CarlDecember 13, 2011Galata Kulesi (Turkish) called Christea Turris (Latin= Tower of Christ), built in 1348 by the 4th Crusade marked Istanbul as a colony of Genoa invaders.
- The Ritz-CarltonJuly 3, 2013One of the city's most striking landmarks is a high, cone-capped cylinder tower that dominates the skyline and offers a panoramic vista of Old Istanbul.
Anis MoDecember 23, 2018The view of the town from here is amazing , specially at night. You shoud stay and watch- HeyTripsterAugust 28, 2019Located in the centre of the city, this tower will provide you with an excellent panoramic view of Istanbul. Read more
One of the best areas to visit in İstanbul. Try the local restaurants around.
Nastya ChekryzhovaNovember 9, 201935 lira per person. 7 floors by foot or on lift – and amazing view is waiting
Bahram MovahedJuly 16, 2017Beautiful tower with nice neighborhood. It is a must see for every tourist.
Mustafa CavusogluFebruary 26, 2014If you will have a drink in the coffe on the top, choose the direction looking towords Topkapı Palace, Agia Sophia, Sultanahmet...
Chelsea RaderSeptember 19, 2013One of the city's most striking landmarks, is a high, cone-capped cylinder tower that dominates the skyline and offers a panoramic vista of Old Istanbul.
Finella Jianna VillaluzJanuary 20, 2023Nice view! I recommend going here a bit early as the line is not that long 👍🏼
Sheri SpJanuary 29, 2015it's my faVorite place no matter what! in the eveNing the best daTing place! 😉 enjoy the view!
Emna KsouriMarch 24, 2015Breathtaking view!! <3 you should definitely go there, if you were in Istanbul...- Aleksandr MalkinJuly 5, 2015View like this we can see too rarely. Highly recommend, especially on the sunset.
- By the Genoese , in order to protect the region against foreigners in 1348 , was built as an addition to the Galata walls-
MirvettiumOctober 2, 2014Great view of the city in the evening. But if you are a woman travelling by yourself you might gain unwanted attention.
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İstanbul'un Galata semtinde bulunan ve şehrin en önemli sembollerinden biri olan 528 yılında inşa edilmiş bir kuledir.
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