Building of Hagia Sophia
At a glance:
- Series: Chronology of European History
- Categories: Religion, Ethics, Architecture
- Subcategories: Christianity, Christians, Churches, Empires, Dynasties, Engineering, Engineers, Byzantine Empire
- Curriculum: Medieval History/Middle Ages, Middle Eastern History, Western Civilization/European History
- Geographical Location: Europe, Turkey, Constantinople, Istanbul
- Date: 532-537
Article abstract: The building of Hagia Sophia marks the pinnacle of Byzantine architecture and engineering, creating a cathedral whose design influences future building in both the Muslim and Christian worlds.
Summary of Event
When Justinian commissioned the construction of the Cathedral of Hagia Sophia in Constantinople in 532, he envisioned the structure to be a symbol of both Christianity and his ability to civilize and rule much of the known world. The first church to occupy the site was built and dedicated by Constantine II on February 15, 360. It...
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