Hippodrome
Istanbul, Türkiye
This historic square, the former Hippodrome of Constantinople, was the center of chariot races and public life, featuring three obelisks and columns.
Sultanahmet Meydanı is the historical heart of Istanbul, the former Hippodrome of Constantinople. It was the center of public life during Byzantine and Ottoman times, a place for chariot races and ceremonies. The square features monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Obelisk of Constantine, and the Serpent Column. It is surrounded by the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, making it a key point for tourists.
- Visit time: 1 h 30 min
- Local name: Sultanahmet Meydanı
How long does it take to visit Hippodrome?
Plan about 1 h 30 min.
Nearby
- Sultan Ahmed Tomb — 80 m
- Alman Çeşmesi — 80 m
- Obelisk of Theodosius — 90 m
- Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts — 100 m
- Serpent Column — 120 m
- Blue Mosque — 130 m
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