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What is the Hagia Sophia?
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It was a fabulous palace constructed by Emperor Justinian to honor his wife, Theodora.
It was a fabulous palace constructed by Emperor Justinian to honor his wife, Theodora.
It was for many years the largest church in the world, filled with magnificent mosaics and frescoes.
It was for many years the largest church in the world, filled with magnificent mosaics and frescoes.
It was a formidable fortress built by the Byzantines to protect trade routes through the Bosporus.
It was a formidable fortress built by the Byzantines to protect trade routes through the Bosporus.
It was an ornate shrine built on the spot where Muslims believe Muhammad ascended into heaven.
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It was a fabulous palace constructed by Emperor Justinian to honor his wife, Theodora.
It was a fabulous palace constructed by Emperor Justinian to honor his wife, Theodora.
It was for many years the largest church in the world, filled with magnificent mosaics and frescoes.
It was for many years the largest church in the world, filled with magnificent mosaics and frescoes.
It was a formidable fortress built by the Byzantines to protect trade routes through the Bosporus.
It was a formidable fortress built by the Byzantines to protect trade routes through the Bosporus.
It was an ornate shrine built on the spot where Muslims believe Muhammad ascended into heaven.
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The Hagia Sophia is a historic architectural marvel located in Istanbul, Turkey. Originally constructed as a cathedral in the 6th century under Emperor Justinian I, it served as the largest church in the world for nearly a thousand years, adorned with magnificent mosaics and frescoes. After the Ottoman conquest in 1453, it was converted into a mosque, reflecting its importance in Islamic culture. In modern times, it has served various purposes and was designated a museum for many years before being reconverted into a mosque in 2020. Its architectural significance and rich history make it a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of both Byzantine and Ottoman empires.