The Church of Hagia Sophia (literally "Holy Wisdom") in Constantinople, now Istanbul, was initially dedicated 360 by Emperor ...

The Hagia Sophia is one of the most astonishing buildings ever constructed, standing at the crossroads of empires, religions, and centuries. Built in the 6th century, it served as the heart of the ...

Authorities have dismissed public concerns over the use of heavy cranes and construction vehicles during restoration work at the Hagia Sophia mosque, following criticism that the equipment could ...

Istanbul (CNN) — Whether you’re a believer or not, visiting Hagia Sophia is a spiritual experience. The architectural genius of this place of worship — which was built as a church in 537CE before its ...

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Soar over the magnificent Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, in this awe-inspiring aerial journey. This stunning drone footage captures the iconic blend of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture, ...

The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul is about to get a makeover. In light of recent earthquakes in Turkey, experts fear the 1,500-year-old mosque is structurally vulnerable, and the Turkish government has ...

Following a 6.2-magnitude earthquake in Istanbul earlier this spring, the reinforcement and restoration of the celebrated religious landmark is more crucial now than ever. Ask any tourist traveling to ...

Few buildings, including culturally significant places of worship, have a history as rich and complicated as the Hagia Sophia. First erected in the 6th century C.E., the structure has variously been ...