How Long Did Hagia Sophia Function as a Museum?

💡 The Answer

• Hagia Sophia was designated as a museum in 1935.
• It remained a museum for 85 years until 2020.
• During this time, it was open to visitors as a secular historical site.
• The museum status allowed both Christian and Islamic elements to be preserved.
• In 2020, it was redesignated as a mosque, ending the museum era.