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A map of Istanbul, 1911. The architecture of Istanbul describes a large mixture of structures which reflect the many influences that have made an indelible mark in all districts of the city. The ancient part of the city (the historic peninsula) is still partially surrounded by the Walls of Constantinople , erected in the 5th century by Emperor ...
Air pollution in Turkey, such as fine dust from traffic, is a serious problem in Istanbul. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] Although the historic peninsula was partially pedestrianised in the early 21st century, [ 3 ] a 2015 study found that this is the part of the city which would benefit most from a low emission zone . [ 4 ]
Turkish forces enter the city in a ceremony which marks the 'Liberation Day of Istanbul' (6 October 1923) The capital is moved from Istanbul to Ankara (1923) The international name Constantinople remains in use until Turkey adapts the Latin alphabet (1928)
Istanbul's first water supply systems date back to the city's early history, when aqueducts (such as the Valens Aqueduct) deposited the water in the city's numerous cisterns. [318] At the behest of Suleiman the Magnificent, the Kırkçeşme water supply network was constructed; by 1563, the network provided 4,200 cubic meters (150,000 cu ft) of ...
Art Nouveau architecture in Istanbul (8 P) Attacks on buildings and structures in Istanbul (1 C, 13 P) B. Bosphorus crossings (7 P) Bridges in Istanbul (8 P)
The architects of the palace were Alaüddin and Davud Ağa. A great fire occurred within the palace on 24 July 1665. Aynalıkavak Palace [n 1] The palace is also called Tersane Palace (Shipyard Palace) though it has been referred to as “Aynalikavak Palace” since the 17th century. [3] 1613–1614 [4] Ahmed I: Sultan Ibrahim was born in the ...
The architecture of Turkey includes heritage from the ancient era of Anatolia to the ... Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality City Hall was designed in 1953 by Nevzat ...
This list of museums and monuments in Istanbul, Turkey, includes the relevant architectural entities within Istanbul's city limits. (in alphabetical order; Turkish-language name in parentheses where appropriate)