Ayasofya, The Architectural Masterpiece, And Cultural Intertwine
<p>The Ayasofya Mosque, situated in Istanbul is one of the most famous and highly praised mosques in Turkey. What makes it so special is the fact that it was actually a church before it was transformed into a mosque and has a long history. It carries both the symbols and characteristics of a church and a mosque. In recent years an interesting discovery was also made in the Ayasofya Mosque that uncovered more details about the history of this important monument.</p>
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<p>Ayasofya, İstanbul, Turkey</p>
<p>The name ‘Ayasofya’ comes from the word ‘Aya’ which means ‘sacred, holy’. The etymology of the word ‘Sofya’ comes from ‘sophos’ which means knowledge in ancient greek.</p>
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