Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Some scenes from the Hagia Sophia

Inside the Hagia Sophia, the early Christian church leaders used to have their Synods behind these doors...


Gorgeous restored paintings inside the Hagia Sophia show a beautiful mix of Muslim and Christian symbols... I especially like the Seraphim.



Partially restored very old mosaic of the holy family with the Emperor Justinian and his son.

Outside the current building is the remains of the first Hagia Sophia which was built in the 300s. This stone panel is part of the remains and depicts the Apostles as lambs.

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