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‘Paranormal activity at the Hagia Sofia’

Istanbul as a very ancient and historic city as a whole is a very haunted city. One of the great highlights of that trip was seeing the Hagia Sofia. As the mother of all churches and a former mosque there is a tremendous spirit about the place. As you even come within a few feet you can feel the energy emanate off of it. It is absolutely remarkable.

Here is a link about the history:

www.sacred-destinations.com/turkey/istanbul-...

Below you can see from my photos an unusually high amount of orbs of light were captured. Pretty spectacular!!

5 / 5 Review by member Natalie Jarman's photo Natalie Jarman


‘Istanbul’

By Ben Crichton for The Independent.

First published Saturday, 20th September 2008.

Turkey's greatest city is caught between two continents, with architectural riches galore. But there are plenty of modern delights as well. Autumn brings cool Black Sea breezes to Istanbul, relieving the city of the stifling heat and waking it from its summer lethargy; late September or October are ideal months to visit this global junction. Don't wait too long, though: the first chills of winter arrive by November...

See the full article in The Independent, 20th September 2008

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