This odd little church/mosque is located in a working-class part of town, somewhat off the beaten path--bring a map or you may very well get lost, although the building itself is hard to miss. The elderly imam/caretaker doesn't speak a word of English but that didn't stop him from talking to us for a good 5 minutes anyway. The building... more

This little jewel is hidden away, and takes some finding, but your efforts are well rewarded. Bult by Emperor Justinian before the Aya Sofia and dedicated to Saints Sergius and Bachus, it was converted to a mosque after the conquest. Recently renovated and recarpeted, the interior is stunning in its harmony and simplicity. Unlike the Aya Sofia which is dark... more