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Turkey reopens ancient church with prized mosaics to Muslim worship
Reuters via AOL· 1 month agoTurkey has opened the ancient Chora church, one of Istanbul's most celebrated Byzantine buildings,...
Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia mosque has introduced an entry fee. Here are some free alternatives
Euronews via Yahoo News· 5 months agoIstanbul, a cacophonous metropolis that straddles East and West, is home to more than 3,000 mosques....
New rules for visitors at Istanbul's landmark Hagia Sophia mosque
dpa international via Yahoo News· 5 months agoIt was a project close to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's heart - but also one that was met...
Turkey formally opens another former Byzantine-era church as a mosque
Associated Press via Yahoo News· 1 month agoTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan formally opened a former Byzantine church in Istanbul as a...
Fact check: False claim that ancient Egyptians had electricity
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 2 years agoThe claim: Ancient Egyptians had modern-day electricity Ancient Egyptians are credited with many...
Turkey celebrates 100th anniversary of republic with fireworks and navy procession
Associated Press via Yahoo News· 8 months agoTurkey's government marked the 100th anniversary of the creation of the modern, secular republic...
The 10 best things to do in Istanbul
The Telegraph via Yahoo News· 4 months agoMuch like a football match, a visitor’s Istanbul is very much a city of two halves. Most come primarily for the 'first half', or the old city, which is...
Check Out These Churches Around The World
Travel Noire via Yahoo News· 10 months agoChurches stand as testaments to the cultural and religious heritage of their respective regions. In many cities around the world, church architecture...
7 of the best cities to visit in Turkey
The Independent via Yahoo News· 4 months agoFew countries so close to home can tick off as many travel essentials as Turkey, with flights from the UK taking around four hours, or about four days if...
Do You Need To Cancel Your Trip To Turkey? What To Know About Travel Safety
Travel Noire via Yahoo News· 2 months agoTurkey, with its rich history, stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, has long been a popular...