Hagia Sophia, Istanbul (Constantinople), Turkey, 1980s. Artist: Unknown

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Hagia Sophia, Istanbul (Constantinople), Turkey, 1980s. Byzantine Cathedral with a domed basilica built in 530-537 under the direction of Justinian I. The architects were Anthemius of Tralles and Isidore of Miletus. Over the centuries it has served as Mosque as well as a Church, and today is a museum. View from the outside.

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Size: 4037px × 2598px
Location: World,Asia,Turkey,İstanbul,Istanbul
Photo credit: © Art Media/Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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