Istanbul's Hagia Sophia

1st January 2008 Season 2 Episode 2

Fiery Roman Emperor Justinian ordered the rebuilding of the great church of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul almost 1500 years ago. Modern science now uncovers the secret to this vast golden dome's longevity.

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