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2.3 The Third Church on the Same Site: (Built by Justinian I, 537 CE)

Unfortunately, Constantinople faced massive riots known as the Nika Riots (532 CE) that burned down nearly half of the city including the second church. From these ashes, Justinian-I would build the third and final Hagia Sophia— the one that stands today.

The third (and current) Hagia Sophia in Istanbul was built between 532 and 537 CE. It was officially openned on 27th December, 537 CE.