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Galata Tower
The
Galata Tower stands some 67 meters high with its base 35 meters above
sea level. Originally known as
the Tower of Christ, it was erected during the first expansion of the
Genoese colony in 1348 in order to defend themselves more adequately. The
defense system consisted of six walled enceintes, with the outer wall
bordered by a deep ditch. Fragments of the fortifications can still be
seen here and there in Galata.
Mehmet II took the tower
from the Genoese. The tower was used as a weather observatory during the
reign of Murat III 1514-1595. The Galata Tower has recently been restored
and there are now a modern restaurant and cafe on its upper levels. From
there a panoramic view out over the entire city can be seen.
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