Turkey (Türkiye) Historic German Fountain, Istanbul
In between Hagie Sophia and the Blue Mosque. The German Fountain is a gazebo-styled fountain at the northern end of the old Hippodrome, Istanbul in Turkey, and across from the Mausoleum of Sultan Ahmed I. It was constructed to commemorate the second anniversary of German Emperor Wilhelm II's visit to Istanbul in 1898.
Architectural style: Byzantine Revival architecture.
The area is full of amazing historical scenes - restaurants in the daytime,
this fountain providing cold water to refresh yourself during your walks across the Old Town.
Architectural style: Byzantine Revival architecture.
The area is full of amazing historical scenes - restaurants in the daytime,
this fountain providing cold water to refresh yourself during your walks across the Old Town.
Photography Tips
I shot This beautiful fountain with 8 columns at one end of the Hippodrome, using my 14/24mm to have this wide scene of the amazing arches and ceiling.
Travel Information
Take a taxi or walk to this Address: Binbirdirek, Atmeydanı Cd., 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Lots of people
Best Timing
Daytime
Sunrise & Sunset
07:57 - 17:42
| current local time: 17:06
Photo Themes
Ancient Architecture
Architecture
daytime
fountain
Historic building
Mosque
old building
Old Town
Outdoors
Painted Ceiling
Tourist Attraction
travel
Locations
Istanbul
Blue Mosque
aya Sofya
german fountain
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