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Galata Tower History and Features

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Historical Development: Built as watchtower in 1348 as Christea Turris in Romanesque style
Was Istanbul's tallest building at 219.5 ft (66.9 m)
Survived Ottoman conquest and served as prison
Used as fire tower from 1717
Major Restoration Periods: Conical roof destroyed in 1875 storm
Concrete structure installed between 1965-1967
Restored and reopened as museum in 2020
Architectural Characteristics: Nine-story tower stands 62.59 m (205.3 ft) tall
Observation deck reaches 51.65 m (169.5 ft)
External diameter 16.45 m, internal diameter 8.95 m
Walls are 3.75 m thick
Current Status: Now serves as museum and exhibition space
Offers 360-degree view of Istanbul
Popular tourist attraction in Beyoğlu district