Hasan Fırat Diker

The underground marvels of the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, encompassing tunnels, vaults, passageways and a three-chamber tomb, are soon to be unveiled for public visits following extensive restoration and cleaning.

Within the scope of ongoing restoration in Istanbul's landmark Hagia Sophia, a renovation efforts have been launched for a crucial minaret in the structure due to recent discovery of deep cracks.

Steel scaffolding has been installed on the minaret named after Ottoman Sultan Bayezid II in the section of Istanbul's historic mosque overlooking the Topkapı Palace.