Turkey has created a digital twin of Hagia Sophia, one of the world’s most significant landmarks, in order to rebuild it if it gets destroyed by a catastrophic earthquake or fire. Nearly every inch of ...

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 ...

Turkey's Hagia Sophia will open to visitors outside prayer times and its Christian icons will remain, religious officials said on Tuesday, after a court ruling paved the way for it to become a mosque.

Across continents, sacred sites like the venerable Hagia Sophia and the striking Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba have been repurposed to echo the prevailing winds of religious, political and ...

Visiting the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are essential on any Istanbul itinerary—but visiting a mosque for the first time as a non-Muslim can seem a little daunting. You don’t want to commit ...

Istanbul, Europe's largest city, is one of the best city break destinations in Turkey. The city has a mix of cultural ...

Hagia Sophia in all things is the Divine Light reflected in them ... Flocks feed by darkness with a noise of whispers, In the dry grass of pastures, And lull the solemn night with their weak bells.

Late in the afternoon we escaped the crowds of the Grand Bazaar at the Kucuk Ayasofya, or Little Hagia Sophia. This secluded gem, away from the tourist trail, like her big sister Hagia Sophia was ...

Looking down from a giant hot air balloon is a dizzying feat but on careful observation it’s visible. The famous Fairy ...

In our modern world, moving at such an ultra-fast pace, it can feel like our cities are getting stripped of their history and ...