Emily Thompson, your digital guide with a British English accent
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Audio guide Basilica Cistern in English
In this audio guide, Emily Thompson takes you through Basilica Cistern telling the story as you walk. In your accent, no need to read signs — just let your eyes take in what's in front of you.
What you'll hear inside Basilica Cistern:
- 1Medusa Heads (Column Bases)
In the north-west corner of the Basilica Cistern stand two column bases carved with Medusa heads, one turned on its side, the other upside down — the cistern's most iconic and mysterious feature.
- 2Elevated Wooden Boardwalks
Wooden boardwalks suspended above water allow visitors to walk through the Basilica Cistern whilst the original water beneath remains intact.
With the Guipock app, for just 13.99€, you get access to every audio guide in Istanbul — with a family code to share with up to 5 people. In the app you choose your guide in the accent you prefer: British English, American English, Castilian Spanish, Argentinian Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish…
Practical information
- 1.Medusa Heads (Column Bases)
- 2.Elevated Wooden Boardwalks
- 3.Digital Exhibition Space (Daha Derine)
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Kids version available with adapted and fun language for the little ones (7 min)
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