Historical cistern in Türkiye takes visitors on journey through time
In March, a historical cistern carved into the bedrock in Türkiye’s Kayseri province, which underwent restoration by the municipality, was opened to visitors
In the Talas district of Kayseri, Türkiye, the historical cistern carved into the bedrock, which underwent restoration, now greets visitors as the Talas Water Civilizations Gallery.
The idle cistern was restored by Talas Municipality, preserving its original texture, and was opened to visitors as Talas Water Civilizations Gallery on March 19.
The old pitchers, cisterns, canteens, flasks and jugs exhibited in the cistern carved out of rock take visitors on a journey through time.
Talas Mayor Mustafa Yalcin told Anadolu Agency reporter that they opened such a gallery to reflect the importance of water.
Stating that the water cistern reflects a tradition of thousands of years, Yalcin said: “The historical cistern in Kayseri province boasts a 900 cubic meter water area. It was initially renovated in the 1850s and has functioned as a water reservoir ever since. Connected to a 37-kilometer arc from Ali Mountain and Erciyes, it served a crucial role until the water network extended to households, rendering it dormant. Despite being municipal property, the cistern was neglected and unknown until its recent discovery and restoration.”
58,000 people visit the cistern from March to April
Explaining that great efforts were made to open the gallery, Yalcin said, “It offers an array of artifacts, ranging from mash pots to buckets, flasks to pitchers. These items, used by ancestors, create a nostalgic time-travel experience for visitors. With a total area of 1000 square meters, the cistern aims to bridge generations, providing a beautiful space for the youth to connect with the past. Remarkably, the water museum welcomed 58,000 visitors from March to the end of April.”
A visitor to the gallery, Mahmut Gur, expressed delight in exploring a new and unfamiliar place, particularly praising the Talas Water Civilizations Gallery within the cistern.
Gur highlighted the comprehensive explanation of water history in the gallery and appreciated seeing ancient objects there. Oguzhan, another visitor, emphasized the positive impact of having such a place open to visitors in Kayseri.
Source: Newsroom
