Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel and a symbol of Istanbul’s rich history, stands as a testament to the city’s diverse cultural heritage. Originally built as a cathedral in the 6th century, it has ...

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Museum admission fees can add up quickly (and most attractions actually charge tourists in Euros rather than Turkish lira).

The following museums in and around Istanbul are free of charge—not just on certain days of the week or for certain folks but ...

Take a detour away from Greece's touristic spots in a region where the Greeks themselves choose to spend their holiday.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore these historical passages under the guidance of the Hagia Sophia Museum’s archaeological team. Diker explained that much of the underground network is as ...

a stable for cavalry horses… and now a museum. The incredible open space beneath the vast dome is decorated with geometric mosaics, massive calligraphy plaques and intertwining patterns of flagstones.

Begin with our Istanbul Highlights Tour: From the Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia, an insightful walk through the city's heart, where you'll encounter the architectural genius of the Hagia Sophia and the ...

These will be opened to visitors after the cleaning work, allowing them to explore the historical significance of the findings under the supervision of the Hagia Sophia Museum archaeological ...

He said, “This study is very important and valuable in the sense that both existing places can be visited, even if only a part of them, and the findings inside are dealt with sensitivity under the ...

After serving as a museum for much of the 20th century, it was reconverted into a mosque in 2020—a decision that drew criticism from some international quarters, particularly from the Orthodox ...

“This study is very important and valuable in the sense that both existing places can be visited, even if only a part of them, and the findings inside are dealt with sensitivity under the supervision ...