It's an amazing place. Although the entrance is quite expensive, it's worth it! It is very beautiful and majestic, the atmosphere is addictive and you do not want to leave. It is as if you are immersed in history - with the exception of the addition of several modern sculptures, everything is preserved in the same form as it was a few centuries ago. And they say there are fish swimming in the water, but we haven't seen(
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Полина Рябкова
Level 9 Local Expert
April 21
A very interesting and impressive place! For all lovers and connoisseurs of history, it is a must-visit! The cistern is a large underground hall with columns. Some of which have an order system and unique ornaments. Plus, the ticket is quite inexpensive.
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Сергей Шарков
Level 14 Local Expert
April 29
A very interesting ancient antiquity! In search of the remnants of Byzantium in Istanbul, I came across an inconspicuous and most ordinary pavilion, next to which a queue of about 50 people formed (and most of them were local), these people were waiting to be let through to look at the majestic structure, which is more than 1,500 years old, the Basilica Cistern. In the very center of Istanbul, right under Sultanahmet Square, there is a huge underground hall 12 meters high, the arches of which support 336 columns!!! Although the entrance price for the ticket was extremely immodest (1000 TL), it was worth it! The structure is really admirable. I recommend you to visit!