Religion in Constantinople

When Constantinople was founded, its purpose was to serve as the new capital of the Roman Empire. Constantinople has been Christian with Roman and Greek influences forever. But with many changes in the past few centuries, our religion has changed as well. Many mosques have replaced the churches, and a Middle Eastern view on religion has changed the people. Islamic influences have taken over this area, and we are all Muslims (1).

We have many beautiful mosques and places of worship where people go to pray. They include the Hagia Sophia and The Blue Mosque. Religion is ver important to our people, and we pray a lot. Religion affects a lot of our everyday life including the way we dress and we live (2).

http://w4u.eexi.gr/~ippotis/agia1en.html

This is a picture of the Hagia Sophia which is on of the most famous places of worship in this area. It was built from 532 to537 and was called "the church of th Holy Wisdom." Now it is a place to pray to God and a place for many to visit.

http://www.islamicity.org/Culture/MOSQUES/Europe/TMp23b.htm

This is a picture of the entrance to the Blue Mosque. It is another important place of Worship for the Islamic people. Thousands come here daily to pray and be at peace.

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