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Why did Hagia Sophia ‘Ayasofya’ become a mosque again?

Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) has stood for over 1,500 years as a cathedral, mosque, and museum. Discover why President Erdoğan converted it back into a mosque, the global reactions, and what visitors can see inside today.
Islamic Culture

Why Does the Blue Mosque Have Six Minarets?

Discover the fascinating story behind the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. Why does it have six minarets, and how did a simple misunderstanding change history?