Romersk byzantinsk arv i Istanbul
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Istanbul, Konstantinopel, Byzantion... Denne fantastiske by, grundlagt på en af de mest strategiske positioner i verden, var hovedstaden i det romerske og østlige romerske (byzantinske) imperium fra 330 e.Kr. til 1453 e.Kr. Selv i dag kan vi se mange vigtige romerske steder omkring byen. Denne rute handler om at udforske dem. Hvordan ændrede byen sig fra en lille græsk koloni til en stor romersk kejserlig hovedstad? Hvordan ændrede den romerske by sig fra en hedensk by til en kristen? Hvordan overlevede og ændrede den romerske arv sig under osmannernes tid? Ved at besøge forskellige arkitektoniske seværdigheder, er det muligt at spore mærkerne af disse transformationer. På denne rute vil vi besøge forskellige steder i et forsøg på at forstå, hvordan byen har ændret sig over tid.
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Tidligere den "gyldne port" af romerne og derefter "Syv tårne" af osmannerne, er det nu en af byens mest interessante historiske steder, der tilbyder fantastisk panoramaudsigt over Istanbul.
Istanbuls romerske murer var de største og mest komplekse urbane befæstninger af deres tid. De forbliver monumentale og imponerende til denne dag. Vi besøger et af de bedst bevarede eksempler på vores rute.
En ægte perle af byzantinsk kunst, Chora er en af de bedste seværdigheder i Istanbul. Næsten helt dekoreret med mosaikker og freskoer, vil Chora forblive i dit hukommelse i lang tid efter dit besøg.
Tidligere paladset af romerske kejsere, det indre af denne bygning er blevet genopbygget og forvandlet til et museum, men det har bevaret sine ydre funktioner meget godt. Vi vil undersøge bygningen udefra, men vi kan også besøge indersiden, hvis du foretrækker.
Moskeen bygget af Sultan Mehmed, som erobrede Konstantinopel og fik titlen Caesar af Rom tilføjet til hans andre titler, er blandt de vigtigste moskeer i Istanbul. Sultanens grav er også placeret i gården af denne moské. Ud over dens imponerende arkitektur og nogle elementer, der forbliver et mysterium, besøger vi et af Istanbuls must-see steder med sin usædvanlige historie, der forbinder bygningen med en romersk og kristen fortid.
Engang en del af det længste romerske vandnetværk, 4. århundrede Aqueduct af kejser Valens stadig imponerer sine besøgende med sit monumentale udseende.
På trods af betydelige skader forårsaget af kraftige jordskælv og ødelæggende brande bevarer denne romerske bygning fra det 12. århundrede stadig en harmonisk blanding af byzantinsk og osmannisk kunst inden for sine mure. Et andet imponerende panorama af byen er blot en af de overraskelser, der er klar til at blive udforsket i og omkring Zeyrek-moskeen.
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Our guide Unsal was extraordinary! This being a private tour he showed us all the important Roman Heritage sights which is not listed in the normal tours. He took time to discuss with us our interest level and at each of the historical places he explained every thing in detail. Helped us with lunch introduced us to a special sweet dish. Not only dropped us where we wanted but guided us again to our next activity and again helped us with dinner choices. A very friendly person it was like spending a day with a friend who knows so much about the many historical events that shaped Istanbul. He explained every thing about the art work in the Mosques added with pictures from his IPad, showing us how things were how things would be. Highly recommended tour.
I cannot recommend this tour high enough. Unsal is an excellent guide providing detailed descriptions of every place, while selecting sites off the beaten path. My knowledge of Roman Istanbul has increased tenfold, and i have tons of memories of the places we visited.
I took the Roman Byzantine Heritage tour with Unsal. I’m a history buff so really wanted to see and learn more about the Roman Constantinople history. Unsal ended up being the perfect guide. He is not only professional and knowledgeable but also very kind and a great company. The tour lasted several hours, almost the whole day, as even when the itinerary was followed pretty closely, the thoroughness of the explanations and the conversations resulted in an extended time. Other than the rush to reach some Mosques due prayer time schedules, there was never a rush to cover my questions and interests. The tour combined walking, metro rides and taxis, which were basically tailored to the my specific needs and preferences. Unsal complemented his explanations with digital material thru an iPad, which I thought it was nice. At the end of the day, he still wanted me to see an additional site that I missed during my first visit to Istanbul but unfortunately I was too tired and had to decline, however, that showed Unsal’s passion for his job and customer service excellence. At the end of the tour, he called a taxi for me and even rode with me to my hotel to ensure I would get there safe and sound. Great and highly recommended experience overall!
Unsal customised an itinerary for my second visit to Istanbul including the Roman Heritage area. The rich history and breathtaking artwork on display in all the places we visited was incredible. Unsal is a wonderful guide who paces the program and information based on your energy level and preference. I particularly appreciated the extensive personal photo collection which is used for reference during activities, as this helped highlight key information and intricate design details in the areas visited. I highly recommend Unsal as a reliable and engaging person. His guiding style will allow you to explore Istanbul effectively and in keeping with your specific areas of interest, whilst helping you to learn so much about the history of this fascinating city.
In 2024, I joined "Istanbul Essentials for First Timers" route with Ünsal - such a great experience that I had to come back for more. Eager to explore the city’s deeper layers, I booked him once again, this time focused on lesser-known historical gems. After coffee at Sirkeci, we took the metro to Kazlıçeşme and walked to Yedikule Hisarı, a former fortress with Istanbul views. A short bus ride brought us to Mevlanakapı, part of the restored Byzantine walls. My favorite stop was Chora Church, also known as Kariye Camii, in Edirnekapı. Dating back to the 4th century, it’s renowned for its exquisite Late Byzantine mosaics and frescoes depicting biblical stories, particularly the life of the Virgin Mary. Having served as a church, mosque and a museum, its layered history is fascinating. We made brief stops at the restored Tekfur Sarayı and the Aqueduct of Valens and visited the Fatih Mosque Complex before ending at Zeyrek Mosque, a beautifully restored Byzantine church overlooking the Golden Horn. Along the way, I tried my first chicken dürüm and we had Turkish tea and desserts. Ünsal’s knowledge and passion made the day unforgettable. Teşekkür ederim!
