Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi
Historic sites · #4 / 68
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Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi · Historic sites · Istanbul · Fatih
As one of the important historical landmarks in Fatih, Istanbul, Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi offers visitors a deep historical atmosphere. It is an address frequently chosen by both locals and visitors.
Recorded reference markers: Hearing aids, On-site service, Restroom, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible parking and Wheelchair-accessible restroom.
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Famous historic mosque with stained glass windows, housed in a large domed structure that was formerly a Byzantine church.
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Last updated: September 2, 2026
Pro tip
To avoid crowds at Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi (Istanbul), consider weekdays or hours close to opening. Check official announcements for the entrance fee, expected visit duration, and accessibility; comfortable shoes help as the ground may be stone or earth.
What to know in 30 seconds
- Why is it known?
- Bizans İmparatoru I. Justinianus tarafından 532-537 yılları arasında inşa ettirilmiştir
- How long to allow?
- Typically 30–45 minutes for this kind of place
- Is it worth the trip?
- Worth it if you are already around Fatih: 9 other places sit within walking distance, so it combines well into a single route.
- Best time to go
- Weekdays close to opening, to avoid crowds.
- What's nearby?
- Matbah Restaurant (100 m), Aya İrini (150 m), Sarnıç İstanbul (150 m)
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Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul
