Walls of Constantinople, Ancient city walls in Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey.
The defensive system extends for 7 kilometers, incorporating a double wall structure with 192 towers and multiple gates along its perimeter.
Emperor Theodosius II ordered the construction of these fortifications between 408 and 450 CE, expanding the previous walls built by Constantine I.
The walls stand as a testament to Byzantine engineering, featuring marble decorations, inscriptions, and architectural elements that influenced medieval fortification design.
The walls remain accessible through multiple entry points, with the best preserved sections located between Yedikule Fortress and Tekfur Palace.
The fortification system includes a 20-meter wide moat, an outer wall measuring 2 meters thick, and an inner wall reaching 5 meters in thickness.
Location: Fatih
Location: Istanbul Province
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.01806,28.92333
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:14
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