3

Maiden's Tower

Historical place · Bosphorus ·

Maiden's Tower

Historical place · Bosphorus ·
@afar
25,132 Postcards · 3,700 Cities

"The Maiden’s Tower, which seemingly floats in the Bosphorus off Asia, is one of the more popular symbols of the city. Once a Byzantine tollbooth and later an Ottoman lighthouse, it’s most famous for a legend involving a princess and a prophecy that she would die from a snakebite. Her father exiled her to the tower in the hope of protecting her but, alas, the prophecy could not be avoided—a snake made its way to the island, either in a bouquet of flowers or a basket of grapes (depending on the version of the tale)."

The Best Things to Do in Istanbul

Information

Iconic Istanbul landmark with stunning Bosphorus views

Placeholder

Salacak, 34668 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions

Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by Collector of Experiences (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by Luis Morato (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by Collector of Experiences (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
See full details

3

Information

Iconic Istanbul landmark with stunning Bosphorus views

Placeholder

Salacak, 34668 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions

Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by Collector of Experiences (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by Luis Morato (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by ahvenas (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by Collector of Experiences (Atlas Obscura User)
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
Maiden's Tower by null
See full details

More Places For You

Galata Bridge

Bridge · Bosphorus

Bridge with fishermen, street vendors, cafes, and city views

7 Postcards

white Dolphin

Hotel · Oludeniz

Adults-only retreat, sea views, personalized service, fresh seafood

2 Postcards

Taskonaklar Hotel Cappadocia

Hotel · Merkez

Cave hotel with stone rooms, fireplaces, free breakfast & afternoon tea

4 Postcards

La Boutique Hotel & Suites

Hotel · Antalya

Ornate rooms, seafood restaurant, seaside deck, spa area, sea views

1 Postcard

Dürümzade

Turkish restaurant · Huseyinaga

Juicy, flavorful kebabs served in fresh lavaş with onions.

1 Postcard

Ciragan Palace Kempinski

Hotel · Yildiz

Ottoman palace hotel w/ Bosphorus views, luxury rooms, hammam

22 Postcards

Aheste

Turkish restaurant · Asmali Mescit

Intimate eatery with creative tasting menu & cocktails

5 Postcards

Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamam

Hammam · Kemankeskaramustafapasa

Traditional bathing, exfoliation & massage in a restored landmark.

7 Postcards

Leman Kultur Bistro

Restaurant · Bodrum

World cuisine, sea views, comic art, cocktails, desserts

0 Postcards

Rafine Moda - Fine Cuisine

Breakfast restaurant · Caferaga

French classics, Basque cheesecake, Çılbır, French toast

2 Postcards