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You might already know that Istanbul is a great place for history buffs. But what you may not know, is there’s actually something for everyone here. To help you with your Istanbul itinerary, here is a list of the best things to do there.

1.Hagia Sophia Museum

This museum draws a huge number of tourists due to its historical import, incredible interiors, and stunning architecture. Constructed between the years 532 and 537, it served as a church for almost 1,000 years. From 1453 to 1935 it was used as a mosque.

Once the world’s largest cathedral, it’s been a museum ever since 1935. Experts indicate this building is a masterwork of Byzantine architecture. The noteworthy Islamic calligraphy and beautiful Christian mosaics make the building a true symbol of its unusual history.

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  1. Istanbul formerly known as Constantinople, is the largest city in Turkey, serving as the country’s economic, cultural and historic hub.

  2. Thanks for commenting but if you are going to quote Wikipedia, you really should note the source and use quotation marks.
    Sorry we had to delete your links.

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