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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)
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"Amazing mixture of islamic and christian architecture.."(7 Tips)
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Asif KMarch 27, 2013A museum now but go to the first floor for an awesome vantage point for photography enthusiasts.
Nathan J.June 16, 2014you haven't visited if you haven't touched the black door from the second century BC
QristinaOctober 11, 2023Get a private guide for €10 to avoid the huge line and don’t forget a head scarf!
Kimiya MJuly 16, 2018They accept icomos cards so you can enter without waiting in lines or paying for tickets!
Lindsey MarleeSeptember 5, 2014Must see. Go early in the morning to avoid waiting in lines. Super crowded.
GretaFebruary 15, 2014Stunning. A lifetime experience. Must see not only in Istulanbul but world wide!
Mehmet CanFebruary 2, 2013Dont forget to visit the museum shop, very high quality objects with v.reasonable prices
Mustafa SevinçAugust 14, 2015It may be number 1 "must to see place" in Istanbul. Important for both Muslim and Christian people.
Bm ThanOctober 30, 2011Wonderful historical place. A must to visit in Istanbul ! The price is a bit expensive (20 TL or 8€).- Camping_camperstop BiokovoApril 28, 2017This is a place not to miss when in Istanbul. The story is breath-taking
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
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
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
Becky HMay 28, 2016Rent an audio guide for 30TL and don't forget to bring your ID/passport with you.
Stratis VoursoukisMarch 21, 2014Dominates the Istanbul highlights with its beauty and long multicultural history!!!
Monica DesaiOctober 15, 2014Church turned mosque turned museum tells the story of Turkey. A must see
If you want to enjoy more, just visit it late in the afternoon; quite, peacefull
Ali DaylanAugust 4, 2015As it is keeping heritage of both Islam and Christianity, it carries lessons for the intolerant.
Nacho SierraSeptember 29, 2012Astonishing indoors. And beautiful outdoors. Plan at least 1 hour to enjoy its visit.
chrysalicNovember 17, 2011Don't forget to make a wish at the thumb hole. Make sure you managed to turn it 360 degree! :D
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
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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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