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- A unique and magnificent structure of worship built by the Eastern Roman Empire in the 6th A.D century and still standing for 1500 years with its huge dome. It is Hagia Sophia
- It was used as a cathedral for about a thousand years and then converted into a mosque after the Ottoman Empire took over the city in 1453
- Today it is partly used as a mosque and museum together.
-Inside, you will see icons and motifs from the Roman period and additions from the Ottoman period
- There is a dress code to enter
Headscarves and long dresses are mandatory for women, and long dresses that cover the knees are mandatory for men.
- this is a guided tour and tickets are not included you can pay your guide when you meet . Ticket is 25€ per person.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is right in front of the 1500 hundred year old Hagia Sophia mosque-in the past originally church ( today partly museum ). Ask for the main entrance gate which is for Turkish citizens. -Headscarves are required for women. -Long pants that cover the knees are required for men
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1Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
- A unique and magnificent structure of worship built by the Eastern Roman Empire in the 6th A.D century and still standing for 1500 years with its huge dome. It is Hagia Sophia - It was used as a cathedral for about a thousand years and then converted into a mosque after the Ottoman Empire took over the city in 1453 - Today it is partly used as a mosque and museum together. -Inside, you will see icons and motifs from the Roman period and additions from the Ottoman period - There is a dress code to enter Headscarves and long dresses are mandatory for women, and long dresses that cover the knees are mandatory for men. Tickets are included in the tour
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Licensed professional Tour guide for 9 years experience
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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