Meryem Ana Rum Ortodoks Kilesesi
A small Byzantine Orthodox church in Istanbul, believed to be connected to the Hagia Sophia via a secret tunnel.

πŸ“œ Small Byzantine Orthodox church, continuous place of Christian worship since before the conquest of Istanbul.
πŸ” Never converted into a mosque or museum.

Why Go

β›ͺ Experience a peaceful, working church
✨ Admire 13th-century architecture and intricate icons
🀫 Discover its rumored secret tunnel to Hagia Sophia

Why Avoid

πŸ—ΊοΈ Can be difficult to find
πŸ”’ Kept under lock and key, requires ringing a bell for entry

Tips

πŸ”” Ring the bell next to the door for entry

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