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Hagia Sophia / Istanbul
Istanbul,Turkey - June 21, 2015: Turkish and foreign tourists are visiting Hagia Sophia, in the Sultanahmet district of Istanbul. The Hagia Sophia was the main temple of Byzantium then the Muslim mosque and museum but now is Holy Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque (Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Åžerifi) This redesignation is controversial, drawing condemnation from the Turkish opposition, UNESCO, the World Council of Churches, the International Association of Byzantine Studies, and many international leaders.
Byzantina mosaic of John the Baptist in Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey, October 9, 2013
Istanbul / Constantinople, Turkey, Eastern Roman Empire: the apse of the Hagia Sophia, Church of the Holy Wisdom of God, is a testament to the building's complex history and the interplay of different religious traditions. While once only adorned with Christian mosaics, it now features prominent Islamic elements. Most notably, large calligraphic roundels bearing the names of Allah and Muhammad were added during the Ottoman period. These roundels, with their intricate calligraphy and golden inscriptions, stand in contrast to the earlier Christian mosaics that remain visible beneath layers of plaster. This juxtaposition of religious symbols reflects the building's transformation from a Byzantine church to an Islamic mosque
Mosaic From The Byzantine Era In The Hagia Sophia Of Istanbul, Turkey
Byzantine icon of Jesus Christ in Cathedral Hagia Sofia in Istanbul, Turkey
The mosaic of Aghia Sophia depicting Constantine gifting the cathedral and the city to the virgin Mary.
Christian mosaic icon of Jesus Christ Easter symbolic. Easter card square frame background
Dome of the Hagia Sophia Museum in Istanbul, Turkey
Byzantine mosaic of Jesus Christ is sitting on throne with Empress Zoe and Emperor Constantine IX Monomachus in Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia, formerly known as the Church of the Holy Wisdom and the Hagia Sophia Museum, today officially known as the Great Hagia Sophia Mosque, is a mosque and former church serving in Istanbul.
Istanbul / Constantinople, Turkey, Eastern Roman Empire: Hagia Sophia - Church of the Holy Wisdom of God - upper south gallery - an elevated space that was traditionally designated for the empress and her court, offering a privileged view of the central nave and dome. Adorned with verd antique / verde antico columns, crafted from green serpentine marble quarried from Thessaly, Greece, are notable for their rich, deep color and smooth, polished surface. The capitals of the columns are carved with acanthus and palm tree leaves and the monograms of the emperors.
The Interior of Hagia Sophia. The Hagia Sophia was built in 537 as an Eastern Orthodox cathedral and converted into a mosque in 1453. December 2nd, 2022
Virgin and Child Christ in the southwestern entrance mosaic of Hagia Sofia, Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey-May 11, 2014: The Virgin Mary Mosaic on the Wall in Hagia Sophia Mosque, close-up.
Istanbul, Turkey - April, 26, 2019: interior view of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
The mosaic depicting Mary and Christ in the interior of haghia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey
Hagia Sophia, formerly known as the Church of the Holy Wisdom, today officially known as the Great Hagia Sophia Mosque, is a mosque and former church serving in Istanbul.
Istanbul, Turkey / Türkiye: German Fountain - golden mosaics with the seals of two emperors, Kaiser Wilhelm II and the tughra of Sultan Abdülhamid II, infamous for the Hamidian massacres of the Armenian population - Alman Çesmesi - Hippodrome, Sultanahmet Square - Fatih District
Low Angle View Of Angel Statue
Mosaic of Saint John the Baptist in the Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey.
Istanbul, Turkey - July 22,2023: Architectural details of the interior of Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia Mosque in black and white
Istanbul, Turkey-May 11, 2014: Architectural Sections from the Interior of the Hagia Sophia Mosque, Columns, mosaics on the walls, dome decorations and large old chandeliers. There are Christian frescoes and Arabic Scripts on the walls.
Istanbul, Turkey - April 28, 2013: Decorative Interior of Hagia Sophia museum. Hagia Sophia is former Orthodox patriarchal basilica, later a mosque and now a museum.
The frescos and mosaics  in the interior of haghia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey
Ayasofya, also known as Hagia Sophia, is a historic architectural marvel located in Istanbul, Turkey, revered for its stunning Byzantine and Ottoman design. Originally built as a Christian cathedral in the 6th century, it later served as a mosque before being converted into a museum in the 20th century. Its iconic dome, intricate mosaics, and rich history make it one of Istanbul's most visited and cherished landmarks, symbolizing the city's cultural and religious heritage.
Istanbul / Constantinople, Turkey, Eastern Roman Empire: the minbar and mihrab in the apse of the Hagia Sophia highlight the remarkable fusion of Byzantine and Ottoman architectural traditions. Located below the Virgin Mary and Christ mosaic, at the eastern end of the building, where the altar once stood during its time as a Christian cathedral, the mihrab was installed to indicate the qibla, the direction of Mecca, for Islamic prayers. It is framed by delicate Islamic calligraphy and ornamentation, contrasting with the apse’s original Byzantine mosaics. The minbar, a tall, ornately designed pulpit, stands nearby, used for delivering sermons during Friday prayers.
Mosaic of Jesus Christ found in the old church of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey. Close-up photo of Christ.
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina - February 4, 2020: Turkish and foreign tourists in the south aisle of the famous former basilica and mosque, Hagia Sofia, in the Sultanahmet district of Istanbul.
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