Turkey, Istanbul, The underground Basilica Cistern, built by Justinianus in the 6th century, is still in use and remains an impo

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Turkey, Istanbul, The underground Basilica Cistern, built by Justinianus in the 6th century, is still in use and remains an important supply of sweet water for the city. Many types of fish live in the cistern clean waters

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