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The '''Hagia Sofia''' was a former Eastern-Orthodox basilica located in the [[Imperial district]] of the city of [[Constantinople]] | The '''Hagia Sofia''', formerly known as the ''Sancta Sophia'', was a former Eastern-Orthodox basilica located in the [[Imperial district]] of the city of [[Constantinople]]. Following the fall of Constantinople in 1453, it was converted into a mosque by Mehmed II. It was also used as a library. | ||
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Revision as of 11:42, 20 November 2011
The Hagia Sofia, formerly known as the Sancta Sophia, was a former Eastern-Orthodox basilica located in the Imperial district of the city of Constantinople. Following the fall of Constantinople in 1453, it was converted into a mosque by Mehmed II. It was also used as a library.
Trivia
- According to writer Darby McDevitt, there is "something very special buried beneath the marble floors" of the Hagia Sophia.[1]
- There is an achievement in Assassin's Creed: Revelations for climbing Hagia Sofia from its base to the pinnacle in under 25 seconds.
- Hagia Sofia is a challenge level in Revelations.
Gallery
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Hagia Sophia Comparison (In-game & Real life) -
Inside Hagia Sophia.
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Concept art of the Hagia Sophia
