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Beyazęt Square
The square which was formed as the greatest square of the city in 393
A.C. during period of Emperor Teodosius, was known with the name of Form
Tauri Square in that period because of the bronze bull heads situated
over a giant victory inscription in the center.
Only several marble blocks and columns have
survived from the victory inscriptions to date, however the huge
fountain on the north side does not exist anymore. This huge and
monumental fountain, the greatest fountain of the city was used to be
fed by Valens aqueduct.
The gate of Istanbul University and Beyazęt Fire
Tower which are in the square now are structures of 9th century. A
medresse, hamam and some shops are the only remains of the complex of
15th century work of Beyazęt Mosque, which adorns the square and which
gave its name to the square.
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FETHIYE
BODRUM
MARMARIS
ANTALYA