Chora Church
Istanbul, Türkiye
It is famous for its extraordinary 14th-century mosaics and frescoes, which are among the best examples of Byzantine art, unlike later palaces.
This Byzantine church, converted into a mosque and then a museum, is famous for its extraordinary 14th-century mosaics and frescoes. They are among the best examples of Byzantine art. It is worth taking the time to admire every detail.
- Visit time: 1 h 15 min
- Opening hours: 09:00–18:00 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Local name: Kariye Camii
- Website: muze.gen.tr/muze-detay/kariye
How long does it take to visit Chora Church?
Plan about 1 h 15 min.
Nearby
- Fatih Mosque — 1.6 km
- Zeyrek Mosque — 2 km
- Walls of Constantinople — 2 km
- Valens Aqueduct — 2.2 km
- Reşat Nuri Sahnesi — 2.2 km
- Şehzade Mosque — 2.5 km
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