"We've waited for years to pray here" - the history of Hagia Sophia Crowds gathered in Istanbul as the historic Hagia Sophia site opened for Friday prayers for the first time since Turkish ...

A woman wrapped in a Turkish national flag gestures outside the Hagia Sophia museum The world-famous Hagia Sophia museum in Istanbul - originally founded as a cathedral - has been turned back into ...

Nonetheless, he made an about-turn in 2020. “My dear nation, the conquest of Istanbul and the conversion of the Hagia Sophia ...

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Once the biggest cathedral in the world, the Hagia Sophia is considered the magnum opus of Byzantine architecture. Visitors say it is a must-see when in Istanbul and recommend taking a guided tour ...

Whether you’re a professional or an amateur, Istanbul provides endless opportunities to capture unique and stunning images. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best photography spots in ...

When visiting Istanbul, you will want to try as many ... Not far from the Blue Mosque is the equally impressive Hagia Sophia. Originally built as a church where rulers of the empire were crowned ...

A giant melting pot between East and West, İstanbul – the jewel of the Bosphorus – is a brilliant mosaic of sights, sounds ...

The Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel enjoys a prime location in the heart of Istanbul, putting guests within walking distance of the famous Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. However, many cited the hotel's ...

Spread across two continents and between two seas, Istanbul is a city of empires past. The Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Galata Tower are just some of the many historic structures ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. I cover luxury travel—from takeoff to touchdown and everything in between. Istanbul has one of the most beautiful skylines in the world ...

The rooftop bars and restaurants on the European side of Istanbul get a lot of glory, largely because they’re within walking distance of the major tourist attractions like the Hagia Sophia and ...