Tour Overview
Hagia Sophia was once the world's largest building, excluding the pyramids, and held this title for almost a millennium. For 1000 years, its dome was recognized as the highest and widest in the world. The architectural design of Hagia Sophia was deemed nearly impossible due to the challenge of building a dome on a rectangular structure, yet Justinian's architects, Antemius of Tralles and Isidorus of Miletus, accomplished this feat. Join us to discover this architectural masterpiece.
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Itinerary
Experience the intriguing history of the ancient Hagia Sophia with a guided tour in Istanbul, taking you on a journey back in time. Discover exquisite details as you roam in this architectural wonder. The Hagia Sophia Mosque, formerly known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is unrivaled in its grandeur and is the most important surviving example of Byzantine architecture. For 1000 years, it reigned as the largest church in the world, and during its prime, the temple was so lavishly adorned that it has been known that Emperor Justinian said; "Solomon, I have outdone thee!"
Get a brief introduction to the Old City from your guide before embarking on your tour of Hagia Sophia. Together, unravel the mysteries of this magnificent structure, which stands as a significant monument for both the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, while exploring the interior and marveling at the towering dome of the most extensive Christian church ever built.
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Trip includes
Included
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Guided Hagia Sophia Museum Walking Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Excluded
Lunch
Insurance: All types
Pick up from your hotel
Transfer from your hotel
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Personal expenses: Lunches, extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
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