Known today as the Atmeydani, it was the site of the 1909 riots that precipitated the downfall of Abdul Hamit II. It was also the site of the 1826 massacre of the Janissary corps and is home to Kaiser Wilhelm's Fountain, a symbol of Turko-German friendship. Also housing the 
Known today as the Atmeydani, it was the site of the 1909 riots that precipitated the downfall of Abdul Hamit II. It was also the site of the 1826 massacre of the Janissary corps and is home to Kaiser Wilhelm's Fountain, a symbol of Turko-German friendship. Also housing the ancient Obelisk of Theodosius, it is more famous for its importance during Byzantine times, as the Emperor Hypatius was placed on the Byzantine throne due to a revolt staged by factions of teams that competed in this arena. FTP, name this center of Byzantine and Ottoman life, the arena in which the chariot races of Constantinople were once held.
Known today as the Atmeydani, it was the site of the 1909 riots that precipitated the downfall of Abdul Hamit II.