of the Republic of Genoa between 1273 and 1453. The famous Galata Tower was built by the Genoese in 1348 at the northernmost and highest point of the citadel. Galata is now a quarter within the district of Beyoglu in Istanbul.

Etymology

Several theories exist concerning the origin of the name "Galata". The Greeks believe that the name comes either from Galatai (meaning "Gauls"),

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