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Ponies Around the World 2014-Octavia in Instanbul

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My submission for annual Ponies Around the World event by Equestria Daily.

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What probably amused me most in the history of Byzantine empire (with capital in then-Constantinople, now Istanbul) is that it was once ruled by literally two empresses-sisters, Zoe and Theodora, at the same time. Sounds familiar? How cool is that!

In the picture you can see Hagia Sophia or "Holy Wisdom", built 537, which was already a Greek Orthodox basilica, a Roman Catholic catherdal, an imperial mosque and currently serves as a museum.

Have Octavia hitting the strings with wistful turkish tune :) If you're ever going to visit Istanbul, be sure to watch "Crossing the Bridge" first - it's a great documentary full of beautiful music.
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