If you visit Istanbul you have to go tot he Basilica Cistern, even it is a sultry day. The cistern is located near Hagia Sofia, so
it is not far away from one oft he most seen touristical hotspots.
A few steps downstairs and you are in another world.
Most of the 336 marble columns are illuminated, which
creates a particular atmosphere. At the beginning you cant see the whole
cistern but if you walk along the footbrige you get an idea of how spacious the
140 by 65 metres area is.
The so called most important thing in the Cistern is the steeped in legend head of medusa. For me it was nothing special, just a stone, but the
chinese group behind us was really impressed!! They were running straight to
the column without perceiving the atmosphere in the cistern!
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