The head of Russia’s Orthodox Church Patriarch Kirill said he was “deeply concerned” by the moves, describing Hagia Sophia as “one of the greatest monuments of Christian culture.” ...

The Turkish Ministry of Culture is undertaking a cleaning program of the underground spaces of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, aiming to make them accessible to the public. The project includes the ...

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 ...

Sultan Ahmed I was determined to build a mosque that rivaled the nearby Hagia Sophia, and most would agree ... semidomes and minarets (or narrow towers). It's also one of the biggest tourist ...

Sprinkled with palaces, mosques and minarets throughout, Istanbul will leave you awestruck with its sheer beauty. Sites such as the Pera Mueseum, Hagia Sophia and Istanbul Museum of Modern Art are ...