Hagia Sophia, a Unesco world heritage site, was recently stripped of of its museum status and will be turned into a mosque, again. It was first built as a cathedral in the 6th century under the rule of Justinian I of the Byzantine empire. This stunning architectural piece in Constantinople&mdashor modern day Istanbul&mdashwas the brainchild of Anthemius of Tralles and Isidorus of Miletus.
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In Pictures Hagia Sophia's Roman and Ottoman Legacy
Standing the test of time, Hagia Sophia is significant culturally, architecturally and historically
Simrran Gill
13 July 2020
The Hagia Sophia, after being turned into a mosque, will hold its first prayers on July 24
The Hagia Sophia, after being turned into a mosque, will hold its first prayers on July 24
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