The Hagia Sophia Museum is a church built in 532 by the command of Emperor Justinian. This structure, which was constructed with the destruction of a church in the same spot, was built in a short period of 6 years. After such a splendid construction in such a short time according the rumours say, Justinian shouted to Hagia Sophia and said, "Suleiman the Prophet I am superior than you now." Hagia Sophia, which is thought to have been built on the Temple of Artemis, is such a magnificent interior adornment with its mosaics and unique architecture. In addition, the interior section is also striking. Even with its interior architecture, it is known as one of the wonders of the world. The 33-meter-wide dome is 55.6 meters above the base. After the conquest of Istanbul, the building was transformed into a mosque and at that time 4 dome was added. From 1934 till today, it is being used as a museum. Haghia Sophia Museum, which is one of the most tourists points of Istanb...
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