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Istanbul, Turkey

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

The magnificent 6th-century Byzantine cathedral converted to a mosque by the Ottomans in 1453, reconverted in 1934, and restored as a mosque in 2020.

Friday, 17th July 2026

Istanbul prayer times today

Begins = start of each prayer window for Istanbul. Each mosque sets its own iqamah (congregation) — usually 10–30 minutes later.

🌅
Fajr
03:46
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Sunrise
05:39
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Dhuhr
13:15
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Asr
18:24
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Maghrib
20:41
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Isha
22:25

Turkey official method · Updated Friday, 17th July 2026

Fajr

03:46

Sunrise

05:39

Dhuhr

13:15

Asr

18:24

Maghrib

20:41

Isha

22:25

About Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Hagia Sophia was built as a Byzantine cathedral by Emperor Justinian in 537 CE and was the largest building in the world for nearly a thousand years. After the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453, Sultan Mehmed II converted it into a mosque. It was converted to a museum by Atatürk in 1934. In 2020, the Turkish government restored its mosque status. The building's mosaics were previously covered by the Ottomans and uncovered during the museum period; their current status is managed to allow both prayer and tourism.

Address
Ayasofya Meydanı, Fatih, Istanbul
Founded
537 (mosque since 1453)
Jummah
1:00 PM
Capacity
10,000 worshippers

Facilities

  • Women's prayer area

Frequently asked questions

Where is Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque located?
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is located at Ayasofya Meydanı, Fatih, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey.
What time is Jummah at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque?
Jummah at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is typically at 1:00 PM. Confirm with the mosque before attending, especially on public holidays.
What are daily prayer times at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque?
Daily prayer times at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque follow the Istanbul timetable on this page — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha calculated for Turkey. Mosque iqamah times are usually 10–30 minutes after the begins time.
What is the history of Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque?
Hagia Sophia was built as a Byzantine cathedral by Emperor Justinian in 537 CE and was the largest building in the world for nearly a thousand years. After the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453, Sultan Mehmed II converted it into a mosque. It was converted to a museum by Atatürk in 1934. In 2020, the Turkish government restored its mosque status. The building's mosaics were previously covered by the Ottomans and uncovered during the museum period; their current status is managed to allow both prayer and tourism.
Is there a women's prayer area at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque?
Yes, Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque has a dedicated women's prayer area. Contact the mosque to confirm arrangements.
Is there parking at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque?
Parking availability near Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque varies by location in Istanbul. Check with the mosque directly or use local street parking / public transport where available.

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