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Visitor arrangements at Hagia Sophia have changed
Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Istanbul Province
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Hagia Sophia is a mosque again, and arrangements for foreign visitors have changed in recent years, including separate visitor routes and fees.
The lesson
Check the current visitor rules before you go rather than relying on older guides.
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