Column of Marcian
Kıztaşı
The only Roman honorific column in Istanbul.

One of the last remaining Roman honorific columns in Istanbul.
Erected between 450-452, dedicated to Emperor Marcian, it is remarkably well-preserved on a bustling street.

Why Go

🏛️ See a well-preserved Roman honorific column
📜 Learn about Roman history in Istanbul

Why Avoid

🗿 Original statue lost to history

Tips

🚶 Walk from Emniyet-Fatih or Aksaray metro stations.
🕌 On the way to the historic Fatih Mosque.

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