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Where Is Hagia Sophia Located and What Is Its Official Name?

💡 The Answer

  • Hagia Sophia is located in Istanbul, Turkey.
  • Its official name today is Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque.
  • It is both a mosque and a major cultural/historical site.
  • The city was formerly known as Constantinople.
  • The site has been a church, museum, and mosque.

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