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The German Fountain is a beautiful neo-Byzantine style gazebo located in Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul. It was a gift from German Emperor Wilhelm II to the Ottoman Sultan Abdülhamid II, commemorating the Emperor’s visit to Istanbul in 1898. The fountain features a domed roof supported by marble columns, with intricate gold mosaics inside. Today, it stands as a symbol of Ottoman-German friendship and a popular landmark for visitors.
It is located in Sultanahmet Square, near the Blue Mosque and the site of the ancient Hippodrome in Istanbul.
Yes, although mostly ornamental today, the fountain was originally built to provide drinking water to the public.
No, the fountain is not open for entry, but it can be viewed and photographed from all sides in the open square.
No, the fountain is located in a public square and can be visited free of charge at any time.