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Many of Istanbul’s historical gems, mostly consisting of Byzantine and Ottoman-built monuments are in The Old City. Most are located a short walk away from, if not immediately on the edges of, Sultanahmet Square. |
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With renovations around The Old City, the heart of Istanbul remains its fascinating facade, continues to be home to some of the most historic sites of this vibrant megapolis.
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One of the magnificent ancient buildings of İstanbul is the Basilica Cistern, known as Yerebatan Sarnıcı or Sunken Cistern in Turkish was reopened to visitors with the completion of the restoration process that started in 2017.
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| As part of the restoration, the ties fixing the columns to each other were renewed to prepare the construction for a possible earthquake. The entrance hall of the cistern was also redesigned while the lighting was renovated. The cistern now hosts visitors with an exhibition themed "light." |
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Set in the heart of the Old City, steps from the wonders of Istanbul and offering a historical landmark experience since 1996, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet re-emerges more beautiful than ever, with a totally fresh aesthetic look while keeping its intimate residential feel and honouring the city’s vast history.
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| Having undergone an extensive renovation built upon its vast history, culture, heritage, location and its proven track record of luxury service, the Hotel meets guests upon arrival with lavish craftsmanship and attention to detail. |
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