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Did Hagia Sophia Serve As A Museum For 85 Years Before Becoming A Mosque Again?
💡 The Answer
- Hagia Sophia was converted into a museum in 1935.
- It remained a museum for 85 years, until 2020.
- In 2020, it was redesignated as a mosque.
- This change sparked international debate about its cultural and religious status.
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