Turkey has created a digital twin of Hagia Sophia, in order to rebuild it if it gets destroyed by a catastrophic earthquake ...

Turkey's Hagia Sophia will open to visitors outside prayer times and its Christian icons will remain, religious officials said on Tuesday, after a court ruling paved the way for it to become a mosque.

Today, the Hagia Sophia is a UNESCO World Heritage site, drawing millions of visitors annually who come to admire its historical and artistic value, including its mosaics and calligraphy.

Visiting the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are essential on ... you won’t cause a disturbance or draw unwanted attention to yourself. Here’s what to keep in mind when visiting a mosque in ...