One occf the must-see sites in Istanbul is Hagia Sophia.
Built as a Greek Orthodox church in 537 AD, it also served as a Catholic cathedral between 1204 and 1261. Its last religious incarnation was as a mosque from 1453 to 1931.
It now serves as a museum and features beautiful Christian mosaics.
In a former British colony, Marilyn learns about its history and explores its beauties
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As the year draws to an end, Jayita’s visit to a religious landmark inspires her to wish world peace for us all
This iconic tree along The 17 Mile Drive is always a beautiful picture.
Of all the grand features of Paris’s Grands Magasins, Paul Heymont’s favorite is the stained glass dome at Printemps
DrFumblefinger shares images of a Lewis and Clark statue he spotted on the Boise State Capitol grounds.
In a former British colony, Marilyn learns about its history and explores its beauties
Senior Sailor Marilyn Jones enjoys a stay on the largest of the British Virgin Islands
Marilyn Jones visits Singapore’s amazing garden complex and shares images of its many orchids
