Serpent Column, Bronze monument at Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul, Turkey.
The Serpent Column stands 8 meters tall, featuring three intertwined serpents crafted from bronze, situated in the ancient Hippodrome of Constantinople.
Emperor Constantine brought this victory monument from Delphi to Constantinople in 324 AD after the Greeks defeated the Persian Empire at Plataea.
The column bears inscriptions of 31 Greek city-states that contributed to the military victory, representing a fundamental moment of Greek cooperation.
Located in the outdoor Hippodrome area, the column remains accessible throughout the year and stands near the Egyptian Obelisk and Walled Obelisk.
One of the original serpent heads from the column now resides in the Istanbul Archaeological Museums, separated from its base since the 17th century.
Location: Istanbul
Inception: 5 century BCE
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: bronze
Part of: Historic Areas of Istanbul
GPS coordinates: 41.00566,28.97511
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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