Hagia Sophia - Wikipedia
WEB' Holy Wisdom '), officially the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque (Turkish: Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi), [3] is a mosque and former church serving as a major cultural and historical site in Istanbul, Turkey.
Hagia Sophia - Müze İstanbul
WEBThe Hagia Sophia has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985 as a section called the Historic Areas of İstanbul, which includes İstanbul’s other major historic buildings and monuments. Today it is a landmark of İstanbul and one of …
Hagia Sophia | History, Architecture, Mosaics, Facts, & Significance
WEBSep 10, 2024 · Hagia Sophia, place of worship built at Constantinople (now Istanbul, Turkey) in the 6th century CE under the direction of the Byzantine emperor Justinian I. It is considered to be the most important Byzantine structure in the world and one of the world’s great monuments.
Hagia Sophia ‑ Meaning, Mosque & Istanbul | HISTORY
WEBJan 12, 2018 · The Hagia Sophia is an enormous architectural marvel in Istanbul, Turkey, that was originally built as a Christian basilica nearly 1,500 years ago.
Visit the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul – Online Tickets & Tours 2024
WEBHagia Sophia is a symbol of Istanbul’s rich history, showcasing both Byzantine and Ottoman influences in one structure. Its impressive domes, mosaics, and Islamic art, as well as its role in the religious history of both Christianity and Islam, make it a must-see for anyone visiting Istanbul. How do I get to Hagia Sophia from Istanbul Airport?
Exploring Hagia Sophia Mosque: A Visitor's Guide | PlanetWare
WEBSep 24, 2021 · The grand old Hagia Sophia (Aya Sofya in Turkish) has had a history as complex as Istanbul itself. Starting its life as the Hagia Sophia Church (Church of Holy Wisdom), it was turned into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest and then, in 1935, Atatürk decreed it to become a museum.
Hagia Sophia or Ayasofya - A Divine Architectural Achievement
WEBThe Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) is among Istanbul’s most famous and fascinating monuments. This ‘church of divine wisdom’ was inaugurated by Emperor Justinian on 26 December 537, converted into a mosque in 1453 and declared a museum in 1934.
Hagia Sophia, Istanbul - Smarthistory
WEBHagia Sophia, Istanbul. by Dr. William Allen. The golden dome of this vast building appears suspended from heaven. It has withstood quakes, conquest, and crusades. Isidore of Miletus and Anthemius of Tralles (architects), Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, 532–37. Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque | Sultanahmet, Istanbul - Lonely Planet
WEBThe Aya Sofya (officially the Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi, or the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque) is one of the Byzantine Empire’s surviving architectural marvels. Right in the heart of İstanbul’s historic center, this sacred building remains – even today – an important symbol of power.
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WEBThe Hagia Sophia is a domed basilica, oriented on the northwest-southeast axis. Entered from the northwest through an outer and inner narthex, the church consists of a rectangular nave flanked by an aisle and gallery on the sides …
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