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From Jackie Craven Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya)Byzantine Architecture in Istanbul, Turkey Christian and Islamic architecture combine in the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey. ![]() Press photo © 2000-2006 NewOpenWorld Foundation Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey The English name for Hagia Sophia is Divine Wisdom. In Latin, the cathedral is called Sancta Sophia. In Turkish the name is Ayasofya. But by any name, Hagia Sophia is an architectural treasure with remarkable examples of Byzantine mosaics.
Christian and Islamic art combine in the Hagia Sophia. Hagia Sophia was a great Christian cathedral until the mid-1400s. After the conquest of Constantinople, the Hagia Sophia became a mosque. Then, in 1935, the Hagia Sophia became a museum. Hagia Sophia was a finalist in the campaign to choose New 7 Wonders of the World. Learn About Hagia SophiaSee More Great Buildings: |
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