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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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Viktoria TaşNovember 15, 2014“If there was only one country in the world, its capital would be Istanbul!”
Valeria KadjaiaAugust 31, 2017Combination of religions. Huge site with richest history in every step
Charlotte MilazzoJune 6, 2010Don't miss this beautiful and unique place! So honored to be mayor of this foursquare spot!
Toros YalkinOctober 11, 2013Rent a motoryacht in bosphorus..
Biswaroop TodiSeptember 20, 2015Just think if it's possible to be built today with all the available resources and technology.
Raakin RollSeptember 17, 2016Beyond beautiful and rich history. A location that was once a mosque turned to Church then back to Mosque. A place where both major monotheistic faiths come together. We spent a few hours here!
- HeyTripsterAugust 28, 2019
MMOctober 24, 2010Make sure u get a guide to enjoy the place. Its all in the details. Try Ibrahim and old sweet and funny man.
ToursOption TurkeyMarch 24, 2014
MH AhmadMay 25, 2014Ayasofya or Hagia Sophia is a symbol of Muslim overcome Christian. When captured, nobody killed and most Christians reverted to Islam. Proud to be Muslim!
Gabor AmbrozyDecember 29, 2011Find at least 1 of the ayasofia cats lying around (taking a sunbath on spotlights)
ConciergeQFebruary 24, 2011What is the most creative, spiritual or emotional place in Istanbul? The House Hotel Nisantasi: "Aya Sofia." Read more
KatrinAugust 27, 2012Print e-tickets in advance to avoid the long queues in front of the ticket counters
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Hagia Sophia, Ayasofya, Αγία Σοφία Mosque of the religious world, for the christian and muslim communities.
Open until 6:00 PM (Show more)
- April 15–October 25
- Mon–Sun
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
+90 212 522 17 50
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