World Heritage Sites

Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı): The Underground Palace of Istanbul

Discover Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı), the 6th-century underground palace built by Emperor Justinian I. Explore its 336 columns, Medusa heads, and mystical atmosphere that blends history and beauty.

Cultural IconsHistorical MysteriesHistorical Sites

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.

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