Maiden's Tower

Salacak, Istanbul

4.7★★★★★★★★★★28K reviews

Structure linked with legend & once used as a lighthouse, housing a small museum & a restaurant.

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Address: Salacak, 34668 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Türkiye

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★★★★★★★★★★WAQAS AHMED KHAN· 8 months ago
Maiden’s Tower is one of the most iconic and magical landmarks in Istanbul. Seeing it up close, surrounded by the Bosphorus, is an unforgettable experience. The short boat ride itself adds to the charm and makes the visit feel special ri…
★★★★★★★★★★Akop· 4 months ago
My respects! This tower is surrounded by legends, but purely aesthetically, it looks beautiful and pleasing. Since history is not an exact science, its origin and purpose also differ. All we can do is enjoy the views.
★★★★★★★★★★Sermin Aral· 7 months ago
Nice to visit before sunset. You climb up the tower and meanwhile you can read the boards explaining the story of the tower. There is good view but the view of the tower from the mainland is more attractive. The boats bringing you there…