In 2020, it re-opened as a mosque. Aya Sophia - Mosque Istanbul, Turkiye Hagia Sophia, originally built as a cathedral in the 6th century, stands as a testament to Byzantine architecture and has ...

Istanbul is a city that reveals itself on its own terms for travelers who invest the time and energy to unpeel its many ...

Discover the medieval charm of Istanbul with captivating drone footage showcasing its iconic skyline, ancient walls, and historic landmarks. Glide above the vibrant cityscape, from the majestic Hagia ...

Istanbul (AFP) – Turkish authorities have ... "The swimming and spa centre near the Hagia Sophia mosque... was sealed off by teams from the Fatih municipality in line with a decision by its ...

Turkey's Hagia Sophia will open to visitors outside ... after a court ruling paved the way for it to become a mosque. The sixth-century Istanbul landmark's museum status - in place for nearly ...

A true masterpiece of Ottoman architecture, the Blue Mosque in Istanbul was constructed between 1609 and 1616, envisioned by the visionary Sultan Ahmed I. Its breathtaking design boasts blue-colored ...

The mosque in Altadena, which served a tight-knit Muslim community for 42 years, burned to the ground in one of the Los Angeles area’s deadliest fires in January — leaving the congregation ...

Transgender actress Karla Sofía Gascón reflected on her own mental health struggles after controversial tweets resurfaced during the peak of awards season. Gascón, the first openly trans actor ...

Gascón said she understands “that I must be and do better, and correct my past faults, without engaging in more darkness” Kimberlee Speakman is a digital writer at PEOPLE. She has been ...

Nestled within Istanbul's historic ... as the Blue Mosque and cannot be missed. What's more, this attraction is not as central and popular as others like the Hagia Sophia, meaning you won't ...