FamxplorMaiden's Tower
What to expect
The Maiden's Tower, also known as Leander's Tower, is a tower on a small islet at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait, 200 m from the coast of Üsküdar in Istanbul, Turkey. The tower has a rich history, with various versions of it being built and rebuilt over the centuries. According to legend, the tower was built by an emperor to protect his daughter from a prophecy that she would be killed by a venomous snake. The tower has been used as a custom station, watchtower, lighthouse, and quarantine station, and is now a popular café and restaurant with excellent views of the former Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman capital. The tower's interior has been transformed into a café and restaurant, making it a great place to visit with family and friends
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What did we see in a week in Istanbul with a child in an uncomfortable stroller?
Activities: We visited the Maiden's Tower, which is located on a small island in the Bosphorus Strait. The tower has a fascinating history and is one of the most romantic landmarks in Istanbul
Highlights: We enjoyed the short trip to the island by boat. The view of the Old Istanbul from the island was breathtaking ✨