The Hagia Sophia Built in or around 6th Century AD the Hagia Sophia which; means “Holy Wisdom”, was originally a cathedral in Constantinople (which is now Istanbul Turkey) during the Byzantine Empire. In the beginning it had served as a cathedral for the Constantine. The original was built of wood. During the riots of 404 AD the Hagia Sophia was mostly destroyed by fire and was rebuilt in 405 AD. The second church was destroyed during a revolt in 532 AD. The construction of the Hagia Sophia
considering how a dome supports itself and its various loads as well as the stresses under which it is subjected, and the structures that allow for this to happen, it is not difficult to determine that the domes of antiquity, such as the Pantheon and Hagia Sophia were incredible structural feats in their own rights. By its definition, a dome is a hemispherical form-resistant structure of small thickness (Salvadori, 2002). Their impressive stability is due to their continuous, curved shape that allows them
Pantheon and Hagia Sophia Pantheon and Hagia Sophia are two extremely outstanding architectural pieces of their times. They have been built according to the traditions of those particular times. The materials used to built these buildings and the purpose for which they were used are all very important aspects and have been briefly covered in this report. Pantheon The statesman Agrippa built pantheon in 27 B.C. Then it was completely rebuilt by the emperor Hadrian. The Pantheon is remarkable for
Part 1: 1. Byzantine Architecture Name of Element: Hagia Sophia Location: Turkey Date: Sixth century A.D (it was built Between 532 A.D to 537 A.D.) Designer: Isidore of Miletus and Anthemius of Tralles Style: Byzantine architecture Significance: The Hagia Sophia was the biggest church building fabricated at the time and was changed over to a mosque by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmet. It is thought to be the exemplification of Byzantine (Eastern Roman) structural engineering by most researchers. The Ottomans
The Hagia Sophia is a cathedral in modern day Istanbul, Turkey. In Turkey it is known as the Ayasofya. Hagia Sophia stands for the church of divine wisdom and was built in the 6th century under emperor Justinian the first. The building was built like a roman church with a huge 105 foot dome with great marble piers supporting it. The Hagia Sophia is also currently a component of UNESCO and is known as a national treasure in Turkey. History of the Hagia Sophia The Hagia Sophia built in the
Introduction: In the following essay, I will be comparing the Hagia Sophia in the City of Istanbul, and the Suleymaniye Mosque of Istanbul. Both of these pieces of art are very significant to the in modern-day Turkey. The art pieces will be covered in more detail further on in this comparative essay, and finally, I will be judging the pieces at the end of this essay Description: When Emperor Constantine found the city of Constantinople, it was soon to become the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire
In the 6th century, Hagia Sophia was constructed under the direction of Byzantine emperor, Justinian I in what is now presently Istanbul, Turkey. Completed in a short six years, the church is often considered the most important Byzantine structure with its impressive architecture, artwork, and large size. While Hagia Sophia often viewed as a beautiful, massive structure, it also possesses a much deeper importance that can be examined in light of Mircea Eliade’s book, The Sacred and the Profane. This
Hagia Sophia, which is also known as the Church of the Holy Wisdom, was built in the sixth century ce (532-537) under the direction of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. This architectural work is located in Constantinople, or what is now known as Istanbul, Turkey. Hagia Sophia is considered an unparalleled historical and architectural medieval monument because of its structural engineering, illogical designs, and material foundation. Hagia Sophia was the third Church to be built in Constantinople
Comparing Islamic and Arabic Architecture Works Cited Missing The Hagia Sophia church and the Suleymaniye mosque are separated by a thousand years but are tied together eternally. One representing the achievement of the Christian-Byzantine empire and the other representing the ability of the Islamic-Ottoman empire and its architect Sinan. Two empires that had very little in common other than their architecture and region. In earlier history the Dome of the Rock represented the Islamic empire's
copper and wrapped in gold. The hall is surrounded by shrines and enshrines the Catholic saints. On the left and right walls, there are Jesus Christmas and the "three kings" to the murals and St Joseph 's sleepwalking and fled to Egypt 's relief. Hagia Sophia all the columns are the color, different patterns of marble processing. Its walls are covered with marble slabs and vaulted mosaics for a minimalist design. Archangel Gabriel and Michael 's mosaic are also found on the archway. The arched shoulder
Hagia Sophia and the great mosques of Istanbul As a city that has played host to not one but two great empires, Istanbul has inherited a number of historical gems. The most apparent of these gems are the sultanic mosques spread across the city. While numerous in number, each mosque tells a different story through its art and architectural elements. They all share, however, triumphs in construction and architectural planning. Through their minarets, pointed arches, and abundance of luxurious building
something dearly important to the Byzantine's.i In the St. Catherine monastery in Ravenna, monks painted stunning icons and mosaics such as the icon of Christ. In 867 CE, the Patriarch Photius installed a grand mosaic of Mary and Jesus within the Hagia Sophia. This mosaic remains important as one of the two dominant depictions of Mary and Jesus throughout the rest of history. Though the Byzantine's most famous works were inspired by Christianit... ... middle of paper ... ...From http://cliojournal
Without a doubt, two of the most notable and important religious buildings in the world are the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey and St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, Italy. Both of these buildings were built to be the greatest structures of their time, meant to symbolize the strength and reach of Christianity as a whole. Their innovative architectural styles and grand aspirations laid the groundwork for them becoming the ultimate status symbols of power and tradition within the religious world throughout
supports the conjecture that the most powerful connection to the sacred reality is present in the rites of passage going from the profane to sacred worlds. The sacred view of water represents formlessness. The material used as the flooring of the Hagia Sophia is striated with wave like curves that look similar to ripples in water. Because it symbolizes formlessness the floor of the temple is representative of the chaos of the profane world and the large distance between the floor and dome further emphasizes
The Suleymaniye mosque was truly a masterpiece during the time it was built in the mid 1500s. Today, it still never fails to captivate its audience through the complexity of its design and the intellectual analysis of its significance. The mosque was actually said to be as magnificent as the Seven Wonders of the World according to two European travelers, Freynes Moryson and John Sanderson, soon after its completion (Nelipogulu 221). The mosque is definitely symbolic in the city of Istanbul, sitting
Justinian was one of the most influential rulers of Byzantium. When he came into power in 527 AD, he inherited a civilization in disarray. Justinian had a positive impact on the Byzantine Empire. Most notably, he introduced an improved set of laws and conquered many surrounding nations, nearly restoring the former glory of the Roman Empire. In addition to these contributions, Justinian also made advances with the Christian Church and Byzantine architecture. Justinian was born on May 11, 483 AD
The Hagia Sophia and the Dome of the Rock are two of some of the greatest and most important monuments in the Eastern and the modern world. The Hagia Sophia is an amazing depiction of the Byzantine architecture. It symbolizes the “Golden era” of the Byzantine Empire and is a symbol of modern day Istanbul. The Dome of the Rock is located in Jerusalem. The Dome of the Rock is currently a shrine for Islamic believers and some Jews that believe the grounds are sacred. It holds a great religious significance
There are few things that actually do last. Legends, arts, beliefs, and architecture are among the few that actually do last. Architecture can be defined as a practice of constructing and designing a building project. However, the Islamic architecture has a distinctive range of both religious and secular styles that have been influenced by the Islamic culture. Furthermore, The structure of Islamic architecture that is used in mosques, tombs, palaces and fountains is unavoidable in sight. The relationship
One often hears rags to riches stories, but that of Empress Theodora’s is an especially unique one. She was born into poverty but died one of the wealthiest women in the Byzantine Empire. Theodora was a woman was at the bottom of the empire’s social ladder, but eventually saved it from its own destruction. Empress Theodora was a courtesan turned empress who was finally ordained as a saint by a Greek Orthodox Church after having a great hand in reforms in the Byzantine Empire. Theodora was born about
The earliest mosaics were to create cheap and long-lasting flooring. The mosaics were created from pebbles found on the beach. These pebbles maintained the same color and form were placed into cement. The pebbles were later made into an art form to create patterns, designs, and geometric shapes. The pebbles colors consisted mostly of black and white. During the fourth century, the Greeks later depicted intricate images (Kleiner 223). These Pella mosaics were usually located in wealthy homes (Kleiner