The lineup to buy one’s ticket provides a mini-display of some of the wonders of the Hagia Sophia. The location of the new ticket office provides the siting of some crosses, an ancient passageway, and the Museum mosque. So, let’s start the tour while waiting for your Hagia Sophia tickets.
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Despite the attempts to make the building an Islamic exhibition, take advantage of some new glimpses on the balcony at the Hagia Sophia visit (Aya Sofya Camii). Once the largest church in the world from 537 to 1506 AD. As advertised: Once a church, later a Mosque[1]https://muze.gen.tr/muze-detay/ayasofya The balcony has been closed for a few years, but Jan. 2024 opened up this area again but closed most of the lower floor. We will explore what can still be seen from the second floor.
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The Shunned Hidden Crosses in the Hagia Sophia’s Courtyard
The Hagia Sophia, the jewel of Justinian’s reign, has withstood earthquakes, vandalism, and religious exchange. Even with the covering of Islam, the place reveals the beauty of hidden crosses in the Hagia Sophia’s courtyard. Unfortunately, since the site’s entrance was changed in Jan. 2024, the courtyard is no longer accessible. Let’s see what you are missing.
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