Mağlova Kemeri - Free Audio Guide

The Mağlova Kemeri (Mağlova Aqueduct) in Istanbul is an Ottoman‑period stone aqueduct commonly dated to the 16th century and constructed as part of the city’s historic water‑supply system. It carried water from forest reservoirs towards the urban core and exemplifies monumental Ottoman engineering and stonemasonry. Positioned in the northern area of the historic peninsula, the aqueduct is admired for its graceful arches, conserved stone fabric and a scenic urban‑green context that illustrates the relationship between infrastructure and landscape. As a cultural landmark it plays a role in local history, architectural study and the city’s identity. The structure is an outdoor heritage asset; visiting arrangements, opening regimes and any admission provisions are set by local authorities and may vary, and the surrounding ground can be uneven with limited visitor facilities.