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Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) - Sultanahmet
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
クイックファクト: 直径約31メートルのドームの下では声がふわりと響き、中央に立つと天井のモザイクが光を受けて金色に輝いて見える。訪れると驚くのは、キリスト教とイスラム教の装飾が同じ空間に残されていて、数世紀の宗教史が重なった独特の雰囲気を肌で感じられる。
ハイライト: 礼拝堂の北側にある「涙の柱」には小さな穴が開いていて、昔から訪れる人たちがそこに指を入れて痛みを和らげるよう祈るという奇習が伝わっている、触れるとひんやりした石の感触も忘れられないよ。大ドームは537年に建築家アンテミウスとイシドロスによって完成し、直径は約31メートルで、1453年以降多くの金色モザイクが漆喰で覆われていたが、1930年代に白いベールをはがされたとき、デエシスのモザイクなどが息を呑むように現れた。
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.
Istanbul, Turkey で無料のウォーキングツアーを予約するにはクリック
地元のツアーガイドと街を体験する最良の方法。
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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