The Hagia Sophia

The Hagia Sophia is a monumental structure located in Istanbul, Turkey, originally built as a cathedral in 537 AD during the Byzantine Empire. It was designed by architects Isidore of Miletus and Anthemius of Tralles and showcases stunning Byzantine architecture, particularly its massive dome. After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, it was converted into a mosque and later a museum in the 20th century. In 2020, it was reconverted into a mosque. The Hagia Sophia is renowned for its historical significance, artistic beauty, and role in the cultural and religious history of both Christianity and Islam.