Amazingly, it was built in just under five years, though its massive dome had to be rebuilt after a 563 CE earthquake.
Instead of the normal basilical plan of most large churches, this one bears a centralized pattern. Plaques of red, yellow, and green marble blend with its many mosaics and these are further embellished by the capitals, imposts, architraves, and friezes. Amazingly, it was built in just under five years, though its massive dome had to be rebuilt after a 563 CE earthquake. Commissioned by Justinian and designed by Isidoros and Anthemios, this church became the pinnacle of Byzantine architecture. FTP, identify this building whose name means "Holy Wisdom."
Instead of the normal basilical plan of most large churches, this one bears a centralized pattern.
{Hagia Sophia}