Tourists flock en masse to the Hagia Sophia for its stunning architecture, glorious interior views and historical significance. Built between 532 and 537, the building was a church for nearly a ...

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Turkey has created a digital twin of Hagia Sophia, in order to rebuild it if it gets destroyed by a catastrophic earthquake ...

In a divided world, sacred spaces like Al Aqsa and Babri Masjid, which have raised nationalistic fervour, should have endured ...

The Great Pyramid’s architects and builders worked with ... Built by the Romans 1,500 years ago, the Hagia Sophia was the biggest church in the world. No expense was spared: it contained ...

In our modern world, moving at such an ultra-fast pace, it can feel like our cities are getting stripped of their history and ...

Turkey's Hagia Sophia will open to visitors outside prayer times and its Christian icons will remain, religious officials said on Tuesday, after a court ruling paved the way for it to become a mosque.

Sultan Ahmed I was determined to build a mosque that rivaled the nearby Hagia Sophia, and most would ... Visitors say this mosque offers stunning architecture inside and out.

The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque—Istanbul’s iconic marvel of Byzantine architecture—boasts centuries of religious and cultural history. Adding to the monument’s mystique, a mysterious ...

Discover the top tourist attractions in Istanbul, a city where history and culture collide between Europe and Asia. From breathtaking architecture to vibrant markets, this guide showcases the best ...

Visiting the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are essential on ... It’s okay to take photos of the architecture or snap a selfie but use your judgement and don’t make anyone feel uncomfortable.