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Kariye Mosque

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Kariye Mosque

Mosque · Avcibey ·
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"According to Islamic tradition, only God can create images of holy beings, including angels and prophets. Therefore, when the Ottomans converted Chora Church into a mosque in the 16th century, they covered the 14th-century Byzantine mosaics and frescoes depicting the life of Christ and Mother Mary. Hidden behind wooden shutters were some of the finest mosaics in the world, which were restored following World War II and can now be viewed in all their glory."

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Outstanding Byzantine mosaics and frescoes depicting biblical scenes

breathtaking mosaics
preserved mosaics
functioning mosque
byzantine mosaics
amazing mosaics
ancient church
timeless beauty
cultural excellence
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Derviş Ali, Kariye Cami Sk. No:18, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions

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Information

Outstanding Byzantine mosaics and frescoes depicting biblical scenes

breathtaking mosaics
preserved mosaics
functioning mosque
byzantine mosaics
amazing mosaics
ancient church
timeless beauty
cultural excellence
Google Rating
4.5 (10.7K)
Featured in Afar
Featured in
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Derviş Ali, Kariye Cami Sk. No:18, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions

Restroom
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Kariye Mosque by null
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