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Before the mosque restoration, its digital twin was created

Preparations for the restoration of the main structure of Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, one of the most valuable works in terms of art and architecture in the world, have reached their final stages. İhsan Sarı, a senior architect and a member of the Science Board of Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque for the past two years, said that the 1,486-year-old Hagia Sophia has suffered significant damage over time due to earthquakes and social events, and has undergone restoration many times in this regard. Sarı pointed out that the most recent comprehensive restoration of the structure was carried out by the Fossati Brothers, Gaspare, and Giuseppe, during the reign of Abdülmecit.

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First, the leads of the domes were changed. Then, interventions were made to the inside and outside, doors, and wooden shutters. In addition, the restoration of the Sıbyan School and the Muvakkithane, which were built during the time of Mahmud I and are located in the monument, is currently ongoing simultaneously. These are in progress. The restoration of these will be completed in less than six months.'