The Galata Tower, Turkey

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The Galata Tower is a medieval aged tower in Galata Quarter of Istanbul, Turkey.
It is a marvelous amalgamation of east Roman, Genoese, and Ottoman characteristics.
The varied influences of these empires can be seen in their myriad architecture.
The tower is 219 ft high, cone-capped, and cylindrical; with a total of nine stories, which made it the city’s tallest structure when it was built.
Among the many towers in Istanbul, the Galata is undoubtedly the oldest and most iconic one.
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