🏰 Galata Tower: Istanbul’s Panoramic Historical View
🌆 One of Istanbul’s landmarks, Galata Tower, offers a stunning vantage point to view the city’s history from above.
🌟 History and Architectural Features
- 📅 Built in 1348 by the Genoese
- 🏛️ 66 meters tall and 9-story stone tower
- 🕰️ Used at different times as an observation and fire lookout tower
- 🎨 Ottoman additions and restoration works
🎨 Visitor Experience
- 🌟 Enjoy a 360° panoramic view of Istanbul
- 🧭 Walking paths and information panels for tourists
- 📷 Best times for photography and videography
- 🏛️ Cafes and historic streets around the tower