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Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya)
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon in spring and autumn, when temperatures are pleasant and crowds are smaller; avoid midday and major Muslim holidays because of longer prayer-related closures.
Budget tips
No general entrance fee since conversion to a mosque, so no tickets are required; check prayer times as parts may be closed during services. Istanbul Museum Pass does not cover Hagia Sophia, so save money by visiting between prayer times and pairing the visit with other free Sultanahmet sights.
Recommended for
History buffs, Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Cultural observers
Plan your visit
45-75 min
About
Fakta singkat: Kubah tampak mengambang berkat deretan jendela di pangkalnya, sinar yang masuk memberi kesan ruang seakan tergantung di udara. Saat melangkah masuk pengunjung sering terpana oleh mosaik emas yang memantulkan cahaya serta kolom marmer yang berasal dari berbagai penjuru kekaisaran.
Sorotan: Di bawah kubah raksasa setinggi 55,6 meter, mosaik emas Bizantium, khususnya mozaik Deesis yang menampilkan Maria dan Yohanes Pembaptis, masih memantulkan kilau saat sinar matahari menyusup melalui sekitar 40 jendela bulat, membuat permukaan mosaik terlihat seperti menyala. Di salah satu kolom tua ada lubang kecil yang dikenal sebagai kolom menangis, pengunjung suka menyelipkan jari untuk menguji apakah lubang itu terasa basah, sebuah kebiasaan yang menurut cerita membawa keberuntungan atau dapat membantu menyembuhkan rasa sakit.
Insider tips
- Wear modest clothes and women should bring a scarf, be prepared to remove shoes in prayer areas.
- For close-up photos of the remaining mosaics, go to the upper gallery early; the northern gallery often has fewer people.
- Avoid the five daily prayer times by checking local prayer schedules and plan your visit between services to see the interior freely.
- Skip long exterior-only tours; spend a focused 45-75 minute self-guided visit inside then walk to the Blue Mosque or Basilica Cistern nearby.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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