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Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı) - Sultanahmet
Best time to visit
Early morning right after opening avoids large tour groups and preserves the cistern's moody lighting; late evening can also be quieter but check closing times.
Budget tips
Paid entry is required and prices change, so check the official site for current fare; Istanbul Museum Pass includes the cistern and can save money if visiting multiple paid sites, and students/seniors often get discounts with valid ID.
Recommended for
History buffs, Photography enthusiasts, Architecture fans, Couples seeking atmospheric sites
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
クイックファクト: 暗闇にぽつぽつと光る336本の大理石柱が、足音を水音に溶かすような幽玄な空間を作り出している。足を踏み入れると湿った空気が肌に感じられ、逆さに映るメドゥーサの石像は角度で表情が変わるため写真を撮ると驚きがある。
ハイライト: 薄暗い空間に足を踏み入れると、6世紀のユスティニアヌス1世の時代に築かれた336本の大理石柱が12列×28列に並び、水面に揺れる柱の反射が鏡のように幽玄な世界を作っているよ。南西の隅にあるメデューサの頭像は一つが逆さま、もう一つが横向きに土台に使われていて、その不気味な微笑と足元の冷たい湿気、ぽつぽつ落ちる水滴の音が混ざり合って心に残るんだ。
Insider tips
- Wear non-slip shoes, wooden walkways and steps can be damp and slick.
- Arrive at opening to avoid cruise-ship and tour-bus crowds and to enjoy the atmosphere with fewer people.
- Head to the northwest corner to photograph the two Medusa heads, one placed upside down and the other rotated, for dramatic low-angle shots.
- Skip long guided tours that recycle surface-level history; pick up an audio guide or read the bilingual panels for concise context.
Istanbul, Turkey で無料のウォーキングツアーを予約するにはクリック
地元のツアーガイドと街を体験する最良の方法。
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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