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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
快速信息: 走进中央穹顶下，阳光透过高窗在金色马赛克上跳动，能感受到空间里宗教与权力交织的厚重氛围。惊人的穹顶直径约31米，工程巧思让人联想到古代建筑师如何在不使用现代材料的情况下实现如此宏大空间。
亮点: 走进中央大厅，你会被直径约31米的巨大穹顶震撼，穹顶下方约55.6米的空间被40多个圆窗切割成跳动的金色光斑，像金粉在空中慢慢翻滚。偷偷告诉你，靠近那根有小孔的“流泪柱”把拇指塞进去并轻轻摩擦，很多游客说能祈福或治愈，触感冰凉，带着古老石灰和尘土混合的味道。
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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