Tourists flock en masse to the Hagia Sophia for its stunning architecture, glorious interior views and historical ...

From tiled palaces to centuries-old markets, art galleries and colorful neighborhoods, here's a must-visit guide to Türkiye's ...

It's also one of the biggest tourist draws in Istanbul. Sultan Ahmed I was determined to build a mosque that rivaled the ...

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Built as a Byzantine church, turned into an Ottoman mosque, and later declared a museum, the Hagia Sophia has carried many identities. Today, it remains one of the most contested monuments in the ...

A photography exhibition showcasing the works of Mehmed Ozcay, one of Turkiye's leading calligraphers and the creator of the iconic calligraphic panels at Hagia Sophia, held on Tuesday. The event ...

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