Istanbul's Basilica Cistern is locadet in the southwest of Hegia Sophia, one the splendid historical buildings. Byzantine Emperor I. Justinian it (527 - 565) this large underground cistern built by the palace has been named among the people because of the Basilica seen as marble columns rising out of the water and numerous. The Cistern found in previously known as the Basilica Cistern Since there is basilica.
Medusa head, of Byzantium sword handle the treat and column (facing the stone to be cut) is arranged in reverse. According to one story, Medusa was turned to stone him look since. So here statue sculpture who, according to the angle of reflection of light Medusa it took place in theree different places.
The reason for reversal of the head of medusa. Roman Emperor I. Justinianus wich chose to Christianity and pagan beliefs was that he wanted to convey the message that's has overthrown the people.
