Explore the Basilica Cistern that stored water in case of drought or war for Constantinople (Istanbul)

Explore the Basilica Cistern that stored water in case of drought or war for Constantinople (Istanbul)

Explore the Basilica Cistern that stored water in case of drought or war for Constantinople (Istanbul)

Learn about the Basilica Cistern that was built by the Byzantine emperor Justinian in 532 ce to store fresh water for Constantinople (now Istanbul).

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