Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum: A Hidden Cultural Treasure in Istanbul

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When people visit Istanbul, they usually rush between Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. I did the same at first. But one quiet afternoon in Sultanahmet Square, I stepped into the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Türk ve İslam Eserleri Müzesi) — and it completely changed my understanding of the city’s cultural depth. […]

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Whirling dervish performing Sema ceremony inside the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum in Istanbul
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Hagia Sophia: A Timeless Symbol of Istanbul

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Hagia Sophia is one of the most iconic landmarks in Istanbul and a masterpiece that reflects the city’s rich and layered history. Located in the heart of the Historic Peninsula, this extraordinary structure has stood for nearly 1,500 years, witnessing the rise and fall of empires and the transformation of cultures. Originally built in 537

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Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, historical landmark and architectural masterpiece
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