Beyazit Tower in Istanbul

Beyazit Tower in Istanbul, Istanbul
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Beyazit Tower

Beyazıt Yangın Kulesi
Also known as:Beyazid Tower
Yeniçeriler Caddesi, Istanbul, Istanbul, Beyazıt TurkeyPrint this page   •   Share this page   •   Map This

Quick Facts
Statistics
  • Steps to the top: 256
  • Spire: 43 feet
Timeline
  • 1749: A wooden tower is built at this location.
  • 1756: The first tower burns down.
  • 1826: Another wooden tower is built at this location.
  • 1826: The second tower burns down.
  • 1828: A stone tower is built at this location.
  • 1849: Three floors are added on to this structure.
Notes
  • Observation deck: Closed.
  • This tower also served as a fire station until 1923.
Did You Know?
  • The original tower at this location was designed by Krikor Balyan, the brother of the current tower's architect.
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