Hagia Sophia Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Trabzon. It's also a rich structure that sheds light on the ancient history of the city. The building, which was converted from church to mosque after the conquest of the Ottoman Empire, was opened to visitors after centuries of function in different ways, including a hospital, and was completed in 1962. The late Byzantine church with square-cross plan stands out with its marble columns, retangled entrances and tiled roof with different heights, in addition to its characteristic architectural elements. Embellishments, embossed, angels, Jesus Christ, Adam and Eve are some of the highlights of the visual details. Various religious scenes are present in this context with the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Eagle motifs, which is also the symbol of the family that reigned in the city, panels and plant motifs within the structure, where the influences of Islamic art are also noticeably high, are among the must see... Hagia Sophia Museum, which also attracts with it’s floor mosaics, is an experience full of surprises that tourists are attracted to. The forenst area to reach the museum is also very interesting. In general, it is one of the important locations to visit and seeand also to take plenty of pictures.