Rumeli Fortress
Rumeli Fortress is a famous military fortress found on the European Bosphorus in Istanbul. The fortress built in 1452 by Sultan Mehmed II was an essential point for controlling the sea route into Constantinople to prevent access during the siege. A very fascinating and enormous construction consisting of splendid walls, giant towers, and large courtyards overlooks the Bosphorus and the surroundings in a spectacular way.
At present, Rumeli Fortress gets visitors: who are interested in the history of the place or people who simply enjoy its view and its general ambiance. Such curious tourists appreciate the beauty of the fortress by its well constructed buildings, and its life and mission in the Ottoman Empire.
