Valens Aqueduct in Istanbul

Beautiful and so much history.

Romalılar tarafından İstanbulda yaptırılan su kemeri M.S.300lü yılların sonuna doğru tamamlandı. Osmanlı Sultanları tarafından zaman içinde tamir ettirilen su kemeri, İstanbulun dünyaca ünlü önemli tarihi eserlerinden birisidir. Uzunluğu 1 kmye yakındır

Nicely lit at night.

Very nice

The Aqueduct of Valens was a Roman aqueduct system built in the late 4th century AD, to supply Constantinople – the capital of the eastern Roman empire. It’s a shame there’s works going on but one side of the aqueduct is exposed.

Nice place

Just photographed when passing by.It is under renovation but lost its original color already.

Is good

The Aqueduct of Valens is a Roman aqueduct system built in the late 4th century AD, to supply water to Constantinople.Beautifully constructed and now a must visit place for tourist.

Very interesting historical place in Istanbul. Easy to find. Near by is the bigest mosque.

Nice

A Roman aqueduct from Late Antiquity bringing fresh water into the city.Little now stands of the great aqueduct, but what remains is a splendid example of Roman architecture. A large road now runs underneath the arches of the aqueduct, making an interesting juxtaposition of old and new.

Magnificent master piece by Romans.

Muhteşem bir yapı, Roma imparatoru Hadrianus tarafindan yapımına başlanan ve imparator Valens tarafından 4 yüzyılda tamamlandığında beri hala ayakta ve sanırım ayakta kalmaya devam edecek. İstanbul Fatih’te bulunmaktadır.

The Aqueduct of Valens was a Roman aqueduct system built in the late 4th century AD, to supply Constantinople – the capital of the eastern Roman empire. Construction of the aqueduct began during the reign of the Roman emperor Constantius II (r. 337–361and was completed in 373 by the emperor Valens (r. 364–378). The aqueduct remained in use for many centuries. It was extended and maintained by the Byzantines and the Ottomans.Initially, the Aqueduct of Valens carried water from springs at Danımandere and Pınarca; the channels from each spring met at Dağyenice. This 4th-century first phase of the system was 268 kilometres (167 mileslong. A second, 5th-century phase added a further 451 kilometres (280 milesof conduits that took water from Vize, 120 kilometres (75 milesaway from Constantinople.Source Wikipedia

Cool if you like Roman history but mostly just a quick photo opp, not much to see and there is a big road going underneath it so it’s not the best place to hangout

It was very close to our hotel. It is a magnificent 4th century aqueduct, a 10 min visit will be worth it!

Cool but one can only look at it. Theres a bit of historical information on signs next to it though.

Great architectural mix of modern boulevard and historic aqueduct.

I love an old aquaduct and search them out all over the place. This beautiful specimen is a 4th century model build thanks to Valens and is found in the old part of Istanbul. Its easily Access and worth seeing in my opinion.

The remaining architecture which splits Asia and Europe. Just the one side of this is Europe and the other side is Asia

VALENS (BOZDOGANAQUEDUCT Bozdogan Kemeri or The Valens Aqueduct was completed by the Roman Emperor Valens in the late 4th century. The aqueduct, which was restored on the order of Ottoman Sultans in different periods, is one of the most important aqueducts providing water to the city in the Middle Age. When it was built, it lied along the valley between the third hill, where Capitolium was located (the area hosts Istanbul University todayand the fourth hill of Constantinople where Church of the Holy Apostles was located (the area hosts Fatih Mosque today). The part of the Valens Aqueduct which still stands today is a 921-meters-long section, 50 meters shorter than its original height. After the conquest of the city by Mehmed II, the entire reserve system which would provide water to The Old Palace and then to the Topkapi Palace was repaired and was combined with a new line drawn from the northeast. The aqueduct was struck by the Great Earthquake in 1509 and its damaged parts were reconstructed after a short time. A 50-meters-long part of the aqueduct in Fatih Mosque direction collapsed in 1912. Bozdogan Aqueducts are 63 meters above the sea level and 971 meters long. The distance between the ground and its highest point is 29 meters. 1st to 40th and 46th to 51st aqueducts construction was completed in the period of Emperor Valens. 41st to 45th aqueducts were added in the era of Sultan Mustafa Il and 52nd to 56th aqueducts were added in the era of Suleiman the Magnificent. 18th to 73rd aqueducts are double-decker while others are single-decker. The foundations of Bozdogan Aqueducts are approximately 5.4 6 meters Below the ground level. Originally in a straight shape, the aqueduct was bent during the construction of Fatih Mosque for reasons that are not known today. The structure does not have a systematical masonry. Ashlar stones and bricks were used in its construction. The width of the arches varies between 7.75 and 8.24 meters. The thickness of the columns is 3.70 meters and the curves have a width of 4 meters,

area opposite the Istanbul Municipality building, it is a Roman canal system built in the late fourth century AD, to supply Constantinople with water. Construction of the canal began during the reign of Roman Emperor Constantius II and was completed by Emperor Valens. The canal has been in use for centuries. It was extended and maintained by the Byzantines and Ottomans. There is a park adjacent to the canal where you can sit, relax and enjoy the beauty of this wonderful edifice. There is also a place for children to play on one side of the park.

Beautiful but don’t go there just for that.You’ll be disappointed because nothing else to do. Unless you want music instruments. Just pas under it keep walking 10 minutes and you got many instruments shops at one place. Lot cheaper and better quality then those tourist shops

Built in 4th century, the remains are still impressive. They are slowly restoring some parts which were rebuilt during different periods in history. It was serving the Topkapi Palace with a daily discharge of 6000 m3!

Wow

It is just a place in the middle of the street, nice to see and nothing special.

The Aqueduct of Valens was a Roman aqueduct system built in the late 4th century AD, to supply Constantinople the capital of the eastern Roman empire. Construction of the aqueduct began during the reign of the Roman emperor Constantius II (r. 337–361and was completed in 373 by the emperor Valens (r. 364–378). The aqueduct remained in use for many centuries. It was extended and maintained by the Byzantines and the Ottomans.

Bozdoğan Kemeri, şehrin üçüncü ve dördüncü tepeleri olan Fatih ile Beyazıt arasındaki çukur sahada uzanıyor ve dışarıdan gelen suyun Beyazıt’taki başhavuza akmasını sağlıyordu. İlk yapılışı hakkındaki bilgiler kesin değildir. Roma İmparatoru Hadrianus zamanında 123 yılına doğru İstanbul’da birtakım su tesislerinin yapıldığı bilinmekte.Fetihten sonra şehrin su sıkıntısı içinde olduğunu gören Fâtih Sultan Mehmed’in acele bir su şebekesi ihya ettirdiği ve bu arada Bozdoğan Kemeri’nin de devreye girdiği anlaşılmaktadır.Şimdilerde ise araçlar altında geçmekte ve şehire güzel renk katmaktadır.Akşamda aydınlatılır.

Super

Neat

The aqueduct is amazingly positioned right across a major road, can be used for collecting toll payments!

Unfortunately under construction

Awe inspiring

Looks gorgeous, but unfortunately it has been repairing and hasnt finished yet.

They are currently doing some restoration works. Its really peaceful and tranquil here, you can relax in the parks flanking the aqueduct on both sides.

Such a pleasure to touch this ancient roman construction. So sad I wasnt able to see full aqueduct after reconstruction.

Currently being restored

You cant miss this when traveling through the busy Atatürk Bulvari. Built in the late 4th century AD, this huge Roman aqueduct is one of the citys most distinctive landmarks. Aqueduct is an artificial channel for conveying water, typically in the form of a bridge across a valley or other gap.

The Valens Aqueduct (Turkish: Valens Su Kemeri or Bozdoğan Kemeri, meaning "Aqueduct of the Grey Falcon"; Ancient Greek: Ἀγωγὸς τοῦ ὕδατος, Agōgós tou hýdatos, meaning simply "aqueduct"is a Roman aqueduct which was the major water-providing system of the Eastern Roman capital of Constantinople (modern Istanbul, Turkey). Completed by Roman Emperor Valens in the late 4th century AD, it was maintained and used by the Byzantines and later the Ottomans, and remains one of the most important landmarks of the city.

Everything in Istanbul is fabulous.

The Aqueduct of Valens, is a marvelous piece of arhitecture dating back in the 4 century AD, Byzantine era. It is just shows the genius of the Romans! Visit it in the evening, it has an air of mystery.

Cool arq

The most prominent architectural monument in istanbul, standing tall with pride and stunning Gate shapes—are one such example! The spectacular Arches are an iconic landmark, proving to the world that istanbul is moving forward achieving its vision and overcoming all challenges that come its way. It was a pleasure to see such a beautiful iconic statute, This is definitely a tourist attraction in Istanbul, The Surrounding is very scenic , lots of photographs are taken here.

Location fixed.

I love Istanbul because it is still Constantinople in some places. This aqueduct is a part of Byzantine heritage in Istanbul. A remnant of the ancient past over a busy road. The aqueduct is surprisingly well preserved and is now being actively restored. Currently it has two levels (out of three initially, the first one is burried). This wonderful site, undeservedly ignored by many tourists, is especially beautiful in the evening illumination. Located near the Egyptian bazaar and the waterfront. It is worth a walk.

It stands out on the horizon, something you dont expect to see.

Great view

It is a landmark that you dont see often in a city.Aquaduct of Valens built in the late 4th century AD, to supply Constantinople – the capital of the eastern Roman empire. Construction of the aqueduct began during the reign of the Roman emperor Constantius II (r. 337–361and was completed in 373 by Emperor Valens (r. 364–378). The aqueduct remained in use for many centuries. It was extended and maintained by the Byzantines and the Ottomans.Aqueduct of Valens carried water from springs at Danımandere and Pınarca; the channels from each spring met at Dağyenice. This 4th-century first phase of the system was 268 kilometres (167 mileslong.[1] A second, 5th-century phase added a further 451 kilometres (280 milesof conduits that took water from Vize, 120 kilometres (75 milesaway from Constantinople.

Great place to visit