Istanbul Turkey 2023 Sultanahmet District 31 January Walking Tour | 4K UHD 60FPS | OLD CITY

Hagia Sophia The Byzantine Emperor Justinian commissioned Hagia Sophia in 537. While the Great Palace of Constantine, built after the Hagia Sophia, has not survived, this captivating building still stands and has a rich history. Its religious importance has been emphasized by the world, particularly recently. Originally it was a church. When the Ottoman Empire invaded the old city, they converted the Hagia Sophia into a mosque. Since then, its Turkish name has been Aya Sofya. In the Republic era, it was known as the Aya Sofya Museum. As it is now a mosque again, visitors are no longer charged an entrance fee. Tourists may visit outside prayer hours. If you’re curious about the Great Palace of Constantinople, you may also wish to visit the Great Palace Mosaics Museum, which is within walking distance. Sultanahmet Square Sultanahmet Square was also known as the Hippodrome of Constantinople, and it contains several architectural relics. The German Fountain, for example, was built in a neo-Byzantine