Hagia Sophia
Ayasofya
mosque in
Istanbul
#1 in Istanbul
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#1 in Turkey
Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, is a historic architectural marvel that has served multiple functions over the centuries. Originally constructed as a cathedral by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I in 537 AD, it was the world's largest building and an engineering marvel of its time. Its massive dome, intricate mosaics, and grandiose interior have inspired awe for generations. In 1453, following the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople, it was converted into a mosque, and minarets were added to the structure. In 1935, under the secular Turkish Republic, it was transformed into a museum. In 2020, it was reconverted into a mosque.
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