Hagia Sophia Interior Photos Interior Photos of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey Hagia Sophia is the most iconic structure of the city of Istanbul. With its ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, Istanbul was the imperial capital throughout most of its history. I mentioned in the article "History of Constantinople" how Istanbul, an ordinary ancient Greek city … [Read more...] about Interior Photos of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
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Hagia Sophia Entrance Fee and Hours 2021
Hagia Sophia is among the most popular historical artifacts in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia, which has served as a museum for many years, was converted into a mosque again in 2020. Thus, Hagia Sophia entrance fee and opening hours have also changed. Hagia Sophia is located in Sultanahmet, Istanbul's most touristic district. This 1500-year-old historical monument is visited by an … [Read more...] about Hagia Sophia Entrance Fee and Hours 2021
Uncovering The Mosaics of Hagia Sophia
The mosaics in Hagia Sophia are the traces of a lost civilization that have survived to the present day. Hagia Sophia was built in 537 and remained a church for 900 years. However, the mosaics inside were controversial even in those years. After 1453, Hagia Sophia was converted into a mosque during the Ottoman period and remained a mosque for about 500 years. The building … [Read more...] about Uncovering The Mosaics of Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia Architecture and Dome Features
Hagia Sophia Architecture Facts about the History, Architecture and Dome of Hagia Sophia The dome of Hagia Sophia was the greatest architectural achivement of human race in the medieval world. The height and breadth of the dome that dominates the church's central space have awakened awe and admiration in visitors in all periods. The Christian world associated the construction … [Read more...] about Hagia Sophia Architecture and Dome Features