4.8
Churches & cathedrals
Hagia Sophia
Istanbul, Turkey
Built in 537 AD, the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul was the world's largest cathedral for nearly a millennium. Its 31-meter dome, supported by pendentives, and richly decorative mosaics are testaments to Byzantine engineering. Visitors are drawn to both its architectural grandeur and spiritual significance, making it a place of contemplation and awe.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best months
- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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