Sultan Ahmed I was determined to build a mosque that rivaled the nearby Hagia Sophia, and most would agree that he accomplished this task or, at least, came close. Since the early 1600s, the Blue ...

First, the Hagia Sophia is now a working mosque ... It's located between the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace Museum. Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour (7094 reviews) ...

Hagia Sophia was the physical embodiment of imperial power: now it was his. He declared that it was to be protected and was immediately to become a mosque. Calling for an imam to recite the call ...

Just across from Hagia Sophia stands the Blue Mosque, another architectural marvel. Known for its stunning blue tiles and six minarets, this mosque is a favorite among photographers. The best time ...

Hagia Sophia will become an Islamic place of worship once again. On Friday, a Turkish court ruled that the iconic religious monument can be restored as a mosque after nearly nine decades of it ...

The Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Galata Tower are just some of the many historic structures scattered throughout the city. Sip a Turkish tea as you float between Europe and Asia ...

Iconic landmarks include the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Galata Tower. Did you know there are more than 3,000 mosques in Turkey’s largest city? If you want to go “off the ...

Pope Francis on Sunday joined an international chorus of condemnation of Turkey's decision to convert Istanbul's iconic Hagia Sophia landmark back into a mosque. “I think of Hagia Sophia ...