Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia, one of the most important constructions survived until today, is a monument built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian in 537. It was used as a church with the name of Great Church in Byzantine Empire for 916 years and used as a mosque with the name of Great Mosque in the world of Islam for 481 years. It has been open to visitors since 1935 when it was transformed into a museum. Do not forget to visit Istanbul's dear masterpiece which has survived until today with its magnificence and architecture.
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Things to Do
Turkish Bath
As an important element of Anatolian culture for centuries, bath consists more profound values than just bathing.
Carpet - Rug
If you consider carpets and rugs just as accessories to complete the decoration of your house, you are completely wrong. Carpets and rugs have a particular importance for the Turkish.
Simit - Tea - Cheese
Those who have never tasted simit before can think it is only dough covered with sesame. However, simit is one of the indispensable flavors of Turkish culture.