Prison of Anemas, Medieval prison in Turkey
The Prison of Anemas is an ancient Byzantine-era prison located in Istanbul.
Built in the late 11th or early 12th century, the prison was part of the Blachernae Palace complex.
Anemas became well-known through narratives describing the imprisonment of notable figures.
It's now a significant historical site within the modern city of Istanbul.
The prison features a series of daunting dungeons and has a story of housing royal prisoners.
Location: Istanbul
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
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