Istanbul, Türkiye - Ahmed III Fountain in Sultanahmet

This video shows a walk around the Fountain of Sultan Ahmed III in Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye.

The Ahmed III Fountain, also known as the Tarihi Sultanahmet Çeşmesi or Historical Sultanahmet Fountain, is a beautiful Ottoman-era fountain located in the Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul, Turkey.

The fountain was built in the early 18th century during the reign of Sultan Ahmed III, between 1728 and 1732, and was designed by the court architect Mehmed Ağa. The fountain is made of white marble and features a large dome supported by eight pillars.

The Ahmed III Fountain was built to provide clean drinking water to the local residents and to visitors of Istanbul. At the time it was built, it was one of the largest fountains in Istanbul and was considered a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.

Today, the Ahmed III Fountain is a popular tourist attraction and is one of the most iconic landmarks in Istanbul. The fountain has undergone several renovations over the years, and in 2018, it was restored to its original condition as part of the city's efforts to preserve its historic sites.

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