Galata Tower, known for its imposing appearance, is counted among the oldest towers in the world and is present on the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. Located in Galata, the hippest area of Beyoğlu, this historical building offers a unique view and sheds light on the ancient history of Istanbul. The Galata Tower was built in 528 by the Byzantine Emperor Anastasius as a lighthouse. Over the decades the tower was severely damaged and restored in 1348 by the Genoese. In 1628, Hezarfen Ahmet Çelebi wore eagle wings made of wood on his back and flew from Galata Tower to Üsküdar. Engravings were made in England about this flight, which attracted the attention of Europe. The Galata Tower is now open for visitors and tourists can climb the tower by lift to enjoy the stunning panoramic view over the Bosphorus and Golden Horn.