• The architectural complex “Basilica in the Basilicain the “Taurian Chersonese” was discovered during the archaeological excavations in 1889.
  • One of the magnificent ancient buildings of İstanbul is the Basilica Cistern located in the southwest of Hagia Sofia.
  • The basilica was in the Latin West equivalent to a stoa in the Greek East. The building gave its name to the basilica architectural form.
  • Basilica in the Basilica. ... Media in category "Basilica in basilica". The following 17 files are in this category, out of 17 total.
  • The Byzantine Emperor, Justinian I had commissioned the construction of the Basilica Cistern in the 6th century to ensure a smooth water supply to the palace.
  • The Basilica Cistern is a remarkable piece of architecture located in Istanbul, Turkey. Constructed in the 6th century during the Byzantine Empire...
  • Museum Pass Istanbul is not valid in the cistern. Basilica Cistern is open between 09:00 in the morning and 23:50 in the evening.
  • Various stalls, including book sellers, were also located in the Basilica. The Basilica burned down in 476, after which it was rebuilt probably by Illus.
  • Skip the ticket lines at the Basilica Cistern, save valuable time and enjoy the tour with an official Basilica Cistern guide. ... What to Do in the Basilica Cistern?
  • Medusa Head, Basilica Cistern of Constantinople. In the 16 th century, the cistern was rediscovered by a Dutch Traveler – Petrus Gyllius.
  • Operated by Kultur AS of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, the Basilica Cistern serves as a museum as well as hosting many national and international events.
  • "Basilica" in the architectural sense. In architecture, the term basilica signifies a kingly, and secondarily a beautiful, hall.