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Hagia Sophia
(Ayasofya)
Historic and Protected Site
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"Discover amazing Hagia Sophia with official Tour Guide Mutlu Deveci."(30 Tips)
"Must visit to have an idea of Byzantine art."(14 Tips)
"The most beautiful Greek Orthodox Church in the world."(11 Tips)
"Amazing mixture of islamic and christian architecture.."(7 Tips)
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Önder BingölNovember 9, 2014No other historical building in Istanbul succeeded to match its magnificence even though it was built 1500 years ago.
✨#IamRomdelacrème✨September 27, 2013Completed in 537 AD. It was a Christian church for almost 1000 yrs. in 1453 was claimed for Islam and it served as a mosque until 1934. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
GretaFebruary 15, 2014Stunning. A lifetime experience. Must see not only in Istulanbul but world wide!
QristinaOctober 11, 2023Get a private guide for €10 to avoid the huge line and don’t forget a head scarf!
Rafael MarinAugust 17, 2015A very good example of Muslim art. The Harem is the best part of the visit in my opinion. Too expensive, though.
Monica DesaiOctober 15, 2014Church turned mosque turned museum tells the story of Turkey. A must see
Omar FaisalSeptember 5, 2017Beware of taxi driver con artists, if you see the two men in the picture then AVOID getting into their car at all costs they will rob you. License plate is: 34 TBV 75
- Camping_camperstop BiokovoApril 28, 2017This is a place not to miss when in Istanbul. The story is breath-taking
Sultan AlshehriAugust 18, 2017It's a nice museum with long history of the leaders.It's a nice to visit it .
Kryštof StupkaJune 6, 2014Perfect! You just need to pick up the tickets in the morning, so you wouldn't been waiting so much in the row... :D
Alexis SoglOctober 1, 2019If you’re not a museum person and you only want to go to one, this is the one you need to go to.
Bm ThanOctober 30, 2011Wonderful historical place. A must to visit in Istanbul ! The price is a bit expensive (20 TL or 8€).
Becky HMay 28, 2016Rent an audio guide for 30TL and don't forget to bring your ID/passport with you.
Bayram SöylemezSeptember 20, 2014Hagia Sophia Museum, the most frequently visited monument in Turkey. Everyone has to see...
Asif KMarch 27, 2013A museum now but go to the first floor for an awesome vantage point for photography enthusiasts.
Mustafa SevinçAugust 14, 2015It may be number 1 "must to see place" in Istanbul. Important for both Muslim and Christian people.
6th century byzantine church which was converted into a mosque in the 15th century. Today it's a museum. http://www.greatistanbul.com/hagia_sophia.htm
LEYLA OVADYADecember 15, 2011I love this place. Been there so many times and still can not get enough. Lately they finished renovating and it looks awesome.
Lindsey MarleeSeptember 5, 2014Must see. Go early in the morning to avoid waiting in lines. Super crowded.
MakeMyTrip. comJuly 14, 2011The famous Hagia Sofia towers, with its enormous dome and incredibly tall minarets in located in the city of Istanbul- Click to know more Read more
Nathan J.June 16, 2014you haven't visited if you haven't touched the black door from the second century BC
Ali DaylanAugust 4, 2015As it is keeping heritage of both Islam and Christianity, it carries lessons for the intolerant.
@JaumePrimeroOctober 15, 2011This former orthodox patriarchal basilica and mosque is said to have changed the history of architecture.
Айтен AMarch 27, 2018A part of the church is under construction. There are many tourists inside.Despite this it's beautiful.
Viktoria TaşNovember 15, 2014“If there was only one country in the world, its capital would be Istanbul!”
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Hagia Sophia, Ayasofya, Αγία Σοφία Mosque of the religious world, for the christian and muslim communities.
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- April 15–October 25
- Mon–Sun
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
+90 212 522 17 50
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