Did You Know that St. Sofia Was a Church, Museum and Mosque?

In the heart of Istanbul is one of the most emblematic monuments in the world: the St. Sofia Mosque. Its imposing structure, majestic domes and unique decoration attract millions of visitors each year. But the most fascinating thing about this building is not only its beauty, but its history: it changed its religion, function and name on more than one occasion. St. Sofia is not just a mosque. It was formerly a church, then a museum and again a m…