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Mahyas Tradition Adorns Hagia Sophia for Ramadan

Days ahead of Ramadan, the 450-year-old Ottoman tradition of mahyas, symbolizing the "sultan of eleven months," has commenced adorning historical mosques. Specifically, a mahya with the inscription 'La Ilahe Illallah' has been…

dense fog embraces Istanbul’s landmark Hagia Sophia

Dense fog blanket covered Istanbul’s landmarks Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosques, leaving a stunning scene in the city. Aerial footage showed the historical peninsula under the mesmerizing dense fog. The fog was effective early in the morning…

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