Kariye Museum
11th century church of St. Savior in Chora, called the Kariye Museum, remains in its 14th century form and is, after St. Sophia, the most important Byzantine monument in Istanbul. Though unremarkable in its architecture, the interior walls are decorated with moving 14th century frescoes and mosaics. Illustrating scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary. These brilliantly colored artworks convey the vigor of Byzantine art.
