Hagia Irene
Istanbul, Türkiye
It is one of the few Byzantine churches in Istanbul that was never converted into a mosque, unlike Küçük Ayasofya Camii.
Hagia Irene Church is a former Byzantine church, located in the first courtyard of the Topkapı Palace. Built in the 4th century, it was the first cathedral of Constantinople before Hagia Sophia. It was rebuilt after earthquake damage. It is one of the few Byzantine churches in Istanbul that was never converted into a mosque. It served as an arsenal, and is now a museum and concert hall, famous for its excellent acoustics.
- Visit time: 1 h
- Local name: Aya İrini Kilisesi
- Website: muze.gen.tr
How long does it take to visit Hagia Irene?
Plan about 1 h.
Nearby
- Hagia Sophia — 170 m
- III. Ahmet Çeşmesi — 180 m
- Eski Şark Eserleri Müzesi — 180 m
- Istanbul Archaeological Museums — 210 m
- Zeynep Sultan Camii — 220 m
- Çinili Köşk — 250 m
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