Aqueduct of Valens, Roman aqueduct in Fatih, Turkey
The stone and brick Valens Aqueduct spans 971 meters across Istanbul, featuring a series of arches that cross over Atatürk Boulevard.
Emperor Valens completed this water supply system in 373 AD to transport water from Belgrade Forest through a network of 250 kilometers of channels.
The aqueduct represents Roman engineering methods and served both Byzantine and Ottoman empires through an extensive network of underground cisterns.
Visitors can reach the aqueduct using public transportation to Atatürk Boulevard, with the Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet district within walking distance.
The structure continues to function as a bridge across Istanbul, carrying modern infrastructure while maintaining its original Roman architecture.
Location: Fatih
Location: Istanbul Province
Location: Istanbul
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture, Ottoman architecture
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 41.01599,28.95557
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:50
The ancient structures transported water across valleys and plains using gravity. Built by Roman and Ottoman engineers, these aqueducts stand up to 50 meters tall, crossing valleys on multiple levels of stone arches. The structures supplied cities with fresh water from distant springs and rivers.
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