Cisterns Collection

Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet, UNESCO, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet, UNESCO, Fatih District, Istanbul Province, Turkey

Israel, North Coast, Megiddo (AKA Armageddon), ruins of ancient city, underground 9th century water cistern

Yere Batan Serai, underground cisterns, Istanbul, Turkey
Yere Batan Serai, underground cisterns, Constantinople (Istanbul), Turkey Date: 1858

Sugar Refining (engraving)
6010344 Sugar Refining (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sugar Refining. Illustration for The Illustrated Exhibitor and Magazine of Art (John Cassell)

Aden, Les Citernes (colour photo)
2817290 Aden, Les Citernes (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aden, Les Citernes)

King Edwins Drinking Fountains (engraving)
2813194 King Edwins Drinking Fountains (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edwins Drinking Fountains)

Advert, Brown & Co, Glasgow, Scotland
Advert for Brown & Co, Iron Packaging, Cisterns, Casks, Pails etc, Wigton Street, Glasgow, Scotland. 1905

Solomons Pools, c. 1880-1900 (photochrom)
PEF446226 Solomons Pools, c.1880-1900 (photochrom) by Swiss Photographer, (19th century); Palestine Exploration Fund, London, UK; (add.info.: photochrome print made by the Photochrom Co)

The Isle and Fort of St Marguerite (engraving)
1589228 The Isle and Fort of St Marguerite (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isle and Fort of St Marguerite)

The Site of Carthage (engraving)
1609165 The Site of Carthage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Site of Carthage. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 October 1857)

The Cisterns of Tawila, Aden, restored by the British (engraving)
5207275 The Cisterns of Tawila, Aden, restored by the British (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cisterns of Tawila, Aden, restored by the British)

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Turkey, Istanbul, Sultanahmet, Yerebatan Sarnici, Basilica Cistern

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Turkey, Istanbul, Sultanahmet, Yerebatan Sarnici, Basilica Cistern

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Turkey, Istanbul, Sultanahmet, Yerebatan Sarnici, Basilica Cistern

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Turkey, Istanbul, Sultanahmet, Yerebatan Sarnici, tourists queued at the entrance of the Basilica Cistern

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Turkey, Istanbul, Sultanahmet, Yerebatan Sarnici, Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, Turkey; Ancient Underground Cistern

Cisterns of Tawila, near Crater (Kraytar), Aden
Cisterns of Tawila (Tawila Tanks), near Crater (Kraytar, Seera), British colony of Aden (now in Yemen). An ancient historic site with a capacity for millions of gallons of water

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Remains of Carthage: the Cisterns

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Istanbul, Turkey - Edirnekapyrs Cemetery Date: circa 1922

Cisterns of Carthage
Delenda est Carthago (Carthage must be destroyed) declared Roman statesman Cato the Elder, but these cisterns remain, impressive relics of the once-mighty city

Yerebatan Saray, underground cistern, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Carthage, the Cisterns
The remains of the cisterns where water was stored in the ancient city of Carthage - a massive engineering feat

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Discover the hidden wonders of cisterns around the world. From the mesmerizing Yere Batan Serai in Istanbul, Turkey to the mysterious Cisterns of Tawila near Crater (Kraytar), Aden, these underground marvels have captivated visitors for centuries. In Kairouan, Tunisia, explore the Aghlabid Basins built in the 9th century as they stand as a testament to ancient engineering ingenuity. Journey to Israel's North Coast and witness Megiddo's ruins where an underground cistern once thrived amidst this historical city known as Armageddon. Delve into history with engravings depicting Sugar Refining and King Edwin's Drinking Fountains that showcase how cisterns played a vital role in daily life. Travel back in time through captivating photos like Les Citernes of Aden or Scotland's Brown & Co advertisement highlighting their expertise in building these water storage systems. Marvel at photochrom images capturing Solomons Pools' grandeur from 1880-1900 or immerse yourself in St Marguerite Island's fortification surrounded by stunning waterscapes. Finally, let your imagination soar while gazing upon Carthage’s enchanting site depicted through an engraving or admire British restoration efforts at The Cisterns of Tawila in Aden. Embark on a journey through time and culture with these remarkable cisterns that continue to leave us awestruck today.