The Secrets of Hagia Sophia

The Secrets of Hagia Sophia

May 21, 2026 · 42 min

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This episode explores the complex history and cultural significance of the Hagia Sophia.

The Hagia Sophia is a landmark that has stood for 1500 years, and that players can clamber all over in Assassin’s Creed Revelations. It is remarkable not only for its longevity, but also for its blending of multiple cultures: their art, architecture, languages and faiths. It is as much a melting pot as the metropolis that surrounds it. To unpack this complex history, Matt Lewis is joined by Emily Neumeier, Assistant Professor of of Islamic art and architecture at Temple University. Echoes of History is a Ubisoft podcast, brought to you by History Hit.  Hosted by: Matt Lewis Edited by: Alex Jones Produced by: Matt Lewis, Robin McConnell Senior Producer: Anne-Marie Luff Production Manager: Beth Donaldson Executive Producers: Etienne Bouvier, Julien Fabre, Steve Lanham, Jen Bennett Music: Altair and Darim by Lorne Balfe Constantinopolis by Lorne Balfe Welcome to Kostantiniyye by Jesper Kyd Arrocco by Lorne Balfe If you liked this podcast please subscribe, share, rate & review. You can take part in our listener survey  here : https://uk.surveymonkey.com/r/6FFT7MK Tell us your favourite episode or Assassin's Creed game at echoes-of-history@historyhit.com Hosted on…

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