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Hagia Sophia
(Ayasofya)
Historic and Protected Site
Cankurtaran, Fatih
"Discover amazing Hagia Sophia with official Tour Guide Mutlu Deveci."(30 Tips)
"Must visit to have an idea of Byzantine art."(13 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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Enver Melih SorkunAugust 9, 201422 overwhelmingly amazing photos of Hagia Sophia collected by Irmak Pinar Read more
Kenneth TiongAugust 24, 2012Majestic. Be sure to check out the marble urns. Each Carved out of one block of marble.
Klas-Herman LundgrenApril 10, 2013Do not miss the graffiti from the vikings that you can find inside
Erica ManssourMarch 17, 2014Currently under restoration. Prefer morning time and avoid weekends. Entrance fee charged.
Toros YalkinOctober 11, 2013Rent a motoryacht in bosphorus..
KatrinAugust 27, 2012Print e-tickets in advance to avoid the long queues in front of the ticket counters
- Катерина ВершининаJuly 2, 2012Must visit to have an idea of Byzantine art. Nothing can spoil it, no time, no wars...
ToursOption TurkeyMarch 24, 2014
Soraya A.DarwishNovember 1, 2012I found the audio tour guide very helpful. Only for 15 TL but must be returned.
Charlotte MilazzoJune 6, 2010Don't miss this beautiful and unique place! So honored to be mayor of this foursquare spot!
Juan AyalaMay 31, 2011Get a great view and photo opp of the blue mosque from an upper gallery window!!!
We could say a lot about Ayasofya... But, for me, two words: home and hope...
http://hagiasophiatourguide.com/Before visiting Istanbul don't forget to check out the Hagia Sophia Tour Guide iPhone application!!!
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Hagia Sophia, Ayasofya, Αγία Σοφία Mosque of the religious world, for the christian and muslim communities.
Closed until 9:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- October 26–April 14
- Mon–Sun
- 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
+90 212 522 17 50
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