Turkey is one of those countries which has changed identity and cultures so many times that it has turned into a unique country with a unique culture. Exploring this culture rich country has been one of my most amazing adventures.
The beautiful Hagia Sophia, Turkeys’ Church-turned-Mosque served as the principal mosque of Istanbul, then Constantinople, for almost 500 years.
If you ever get to visit Istanbul you have to make a point of exploring Hagia Sofia, one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture in Turkey. It is one of those places you will have to visit more than once as it is so overwhelming that you cant take everything in during your first visit.
I have already posted about my visit to this amazing building but had a couple of Sepia Photos of the mosque I wanted to share with you all. The mosque looks like it is something from a fairytale when viewed in Sepia.
Although scaffolding cluttered a part of the interior the thrill of experiencing the extraordinary spaciousness of this famous church-turned-mosque is hard to overstate.
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its one of the most amazing buildings in the world. great photos!!
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Thank you!
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Beautiful sepia toned photos of the church-turned mosque. It must have taken a long time for it to be built back in the day. So tall, so spacious. Hope to visit it someday 🙂
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I do hope you get to explore this magnificent building someday! It might even look totally different on the inside as they were still busy restoring it when I was there.
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I agree with Mihrank. That has to be one of the most atmospheric churches I have visited.Thanks for stirring fond memories 🙂
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You’re welcome Madhu!
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one of the most historical and beautiful place to visit!
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I couldn’t agree more!
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