Hagia Sophia ( "Holy Wisdom"), located in Istanbul, Turkey, is one of the most iconic monuments in the world. Originally built in 537 AD as a Christian cathedral under Emperor Justinian I of the Byzantine Empire, it was the world’s largest cathedral for nearly a thousand years.

After the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople (1453), it was converted into a mosque, and Islamic features like minarets and calligraphy were added. In 1935, it became a museum under Turkey’s secular reforms, but in 2020, it was reclassified as a mosque again.

Hagia Sophia is renowned for its massive dome, stunning Byzantine mosaics, and unique blend of Christian and Islamic art, making it a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of Istanbul’s rich history.

Tour Days and Time

Monday: 09:00 AM, 14:00PM

Tuesday: 09:00 AM, 14:00PM

Wednesday: 09:00 AM, 14:00PM

Thursday: 09:00 AM, 14:00PM

Friday: 09:00 AM, 14:00PM

Saturday: 09:00 AM, 14:00PM

Sunday: 09:00 AM, 14:00PM

There is a dress code in Hagia Sophia. Women must cover their heads with a scarf. Men and women are not allowed to enter with clothes above the knee. You can buy a plastic scarf and a plastic outfit that covers the whole body at the entrance for a fee.