Stay of execution granted on transfer of Basilica Cistern from IMM
A critical development has occurred regarding the management of the historic Basilica Cistern in Istanbul. The court has temporarily suspended the implementation of the decision to transfer the cistern to the General Directorate of Foundations.
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The 8th Administrative Chamber of the Istanbul Regional Administrative Court has suspended the execution of the decision to take the Basilica Cistern from the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) and transfer it to the General Directorate of Foundations.
Following this development, it was reported that the transfer procedures will be halted until the court reaches a final decision.
While the Basilica Cistern remains among Istanbul's most significant cultural and historical heritage sites, this decision regarding its management has become a major topic of discussion in the city.