Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque & Museum
#48πŸ›οΈ History & CivilizationIstanbul, Turkey

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque & Museum

1500 years of sacred architecture

About the museum

Built by Justinian in 537, Hagia Sophia served as cathedral, mosque and museum, and reverted to mosque in 2020. Visitors can still admire its mosaics and dome.

Must-see highlights

  • β—†Central dome
  • β—†Byzantine mosaics
  • β—†Marble Door
  • β—†Imperial Gate
  • β—†Empress Zoe Mosaic

Recognition

πŸ† UNESCO World Heritage

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