Hagia Sophia
Istanbul, Türkiye
A monumental basilica built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian I, which served as a church, mosque, and museum.
Ayasofya, or Hagia Sophia, is a monumental architectural landmark of Istanbul, originally a Christian basilica built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian I. Over the centuries, it served as a mosque, then a church again, and then a museum, only to become a mosque once more in 2020. Its gigantic dome and rich interiors with mosaics are a testament to Byzantine and Ottoman power. The building combines elements of Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic architecture.
- Visit time: 3 h
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–19:30 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Local name: Ayasofya
- Website: muze.gen.tr/muze-detay/ayasofya
How long does it take to visit Hagia Sophia?
Plan about 3 h.
Nearby
- III. Ahmet Çeşmesi — 110 m
- Basilica Cistern — 140 m
- Hagia Irene — 170 m
- Milyon Taşı — 170 m
- Haseki Hürrem Hamamı — 200 m
- Zeynep Sultan Camii — 220 m
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