Edirnekapı, Istanbul, Byzantine gate in Fatih district, Turkey
The Gate of Charisius features thick stone walls, twin defensive towers, and intricate marble decorations along its main entrance portal.
Sultan Mehmed II entered Constantinople through this gate in 1453, marking the end of the Byzantine Empire and beginning of Ottoman rule.
The gate stands at the highest point of Istanbul's ancient walls, connecting the historical road leading to the city of Edirne.
Visitors can reach the gate by taking public buses to Edirnekapı station and walking five minutes along Fevzi Paşa Street.
The gate contains hidden chambers within its towers that served as storage rooms and guard posts during medieval times.
Location: Istanbul
GPS coordinates: 41.03111,28.93917
Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:45
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