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Turkey. Constantinople - Leander's Tower
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Constantinople (today Istanbul). Maiden's Tower or Leander's Tower (Kiz Kulesi). It was erected on a small islet at the Southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait in 1725. Engraving by Lemaitre and Arnout. Historia de Turquia by Joseph Marie Jouannin (1783-1844) and Jules Van Gaver, 1840
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1840 Arnout Bosphorus Coastline Constantinople Islet Istanbul Kulesi Leander Leanders Lemaitre Lighthouse Maidens Montaut Navigation Observation Ottomans Rowing Turks Watchtower Ottoman
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This enchanting image captures the Maiden's Tower, or Leander's Tower, nestled on a small islet at the Southern entrance of the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, Turkey. The tower, erected in 1725 during the Ottoman Empire, stands as a testament to the rich history and architectural prowess of this ancient city, once known as Constantinople. The tower's name is steeped in legend, with some believing it was built as a monument to Leander, a mythological hero who swam across the Bosphorus each night to be with his lover, Hero, who lived in the tower. The intricate engraving, created by Lemaitre and Arnout and published in the "Historia de Turquia" by Joseph Marie Jouannin and Jules Van Gaver in 1840, offers a captivating glimpse into the past. The tower's elegant design, with its conical shape and ornate decorations, stands proudly against the backdrop of the sprawling city and the picturesque coastline. Boats and ships can be seen navigating the strait, while a lone rowing boat adds a sense of scale and tranquility to the scene. The tower served various purposes throughout history, including use as a lighthouse, a watchtower, and even a prison. Its strategic location made it an important observation post for the Ottomans, who used it to keep a watchful eye on the sea lanes and protect their empire from potential threats. Today, the Maiden's Tower is a popular tourist destination and a symbol of Istanbul's rich history and cultural heritage.
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