• The structure originally erected on the site of the Hagia Sophia was a Christian cathedral called the Megale Ekklesia, which was commissioned by the first Christian...
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  • The Holy Sophia construction marked the birth of the Polatsk architect schooland influenced greatly its progress in the 12-th century.
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  • Architectural historian and photographer William Brumfield explains why the 11th-century cathedral became a blueprint for medieval shrine...
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  • Cultural Convergence: Serving as both a Christian cathedral and an Islamic mosque throughout its history, Hagia Sophia reflects the convergence of diverse...
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  • In this work a perfect master has displayed the whole of the architectural science,” wrote Ottoman historian Tursun Beg during the 15th century (translation from...
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  • One of the reasons for the move was that both Saint Sophia Cathedral and Kyiv Pechersk Lavra are recognized by the UNESCO World Heritage Program...
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  • Even after many centuries, divine services are still held in the Cathedral of St. Sophia, and everyone can see the ancient Orthodox sanctuary.
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  • This roundtable brings together three scholars who will address the distinctive architectural and decorative features of this impressive monument...
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  • In 2016, Harbin’s Orthodox Cathedral of St Sophia has been included in the first edition of the 20th century Chinese architectural heritage list along with 97 other...
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