The Catacombs of St. John the Baptist

Restos

Restos de un baptisterio a nivel inferior de la calle, como muchos de los monumentos. Conserva unas catacumbas con estancias a modo de capillas a los que se accede por un recinto acristalado moderno q...

Now you See It - Now You Don't

Try not to miss this little gem. It's easy to find. If you are facing the front of the Hagia Sophia at street level, look to the right... at about "2 o'clock". You'll see some trees. That's it. But it...

Odd, hidden gem

This place sparked my curiosity the moment I read about it. It took a while to find it...it is at the southeast corner of the Agia Sophia church...walk down the stairs into what looks like a dig/park....

Underground church and catacomb

Near The St. Sophia's (Agia Sofia) church, there is this small place... if it was not for the sign on the street, it would be unremarkable. Picture yourself a small hole in the ground, with open acces...

Under the city

A small church that leads to the catacomb of st John. The visit takes you back in time, since it is literaly under the city. This is part of the greater church of st Sofia, only a few meters away.