I'm still in the Caribbean, but thought I'd share more of the photos I took on my day playing tourist in Istanbul.
The Hagia Sofia was dedicated in 360 AD (the current structure was built in the 500s AD) and has been a basilica, a mosque and is now a museum. It is famous for its massive dome and, at least according to wikipedia, it changed the history of architecture. I'm not a history buff, or an even an architecture guru, but I do know it was an amazing place. Just knowing that it's been there for nearly 2000 years was enough to blow me away.
Today's song is one I can't get enough of, Peter Bradley Adams: "
The Longer I Run."
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Ooo, the Caribbean sounds nice on this dreary day!
The Hagia Sofia looks amazing!
Looks like from a fairy tale! :-)
That really is quite something. Did you get to go inside? Amazing that in an earthquake-prone place like Turkey, this massive structure has stood for so long!
Enjoy the Caribbean! (As if you wouldn't). ;-)
Absolutely amazing! Hope you're enjoying your trip!
Awesome pictures once again!
I hope you are enjoying the Caribbean! :-) Your photos of Istanbul are gorgeous!
I'm really enjoying your photos of all the amazing architecture that you've come in contact with lately!!!! Such beauty and history all wrapped up together. Just perfect for photography :) Hope you're having a great vacation and soaking up some sun!
Agreed, just knowing structures have been around for thousands of years is amazing to me. This looks so beautiful and that dome really is massive!
With snowflakes falling here, the Caribbean would be a nice place right about now.
Happy Travels! Cheers.
that is definitely a jewel of the world architecture
I was wondering if you managed to get to Hagia Sofia. That's my most vivid memory from Istanbul, the history of the place is amazing and I remember a place in the wall where you were supposed to put your hand in for good luck...
stunning! even on the outside!
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