One of the world’s most famous religious buildings, Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia was extraordinary when it was built in the sixth ...

The Hagia Sophia remains a highly popular tourist destination, attracting millions of travelers. Here is a detailed look at ...

The Byzantine Empire lasted until 1453 ... He discovers, too, the Karatay Medrese, a building that once housed a center for Koran studies and today serves as the city's ceramics museum.

A sarcophagus decorated with garlands, believed to be 2,000 years old, has been unearthed at the ancient city of Stratonikeia ...

There have been twelve Greek Popes in the history of the papacy, with Saint Peter considered to be the first Catholic leader.

The Hagia Sophia of Istanbul is no stranger to change -- through the centuries the city's architectural jewel has gone from ...

St. John died in a building behind the St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral on Capitol Hill. The room where he died is a ...

Italy, a country renowned for its rich tapestry of history, art, and architecture, offers an unparalleled journey through ...

In 1071, a small nomadic dynasty—named the Seljuks after their founder—fought a battle against Byzantine forces under the ...

Any homeowner, office worker or hotel guest who has ever stood at a window and contemplated an uninspiring view will appreciate the appeal of an open water vista and how it changes with the ...