Istanbul: Mosque
Places and attractions in the Mosque category
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Hagia Sophia
Byzantine basilica museum with mosaics Hagia Sophia stands as a testament to architectural grandeur and religious significance in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. Originally constructed as a church, this monumental structure has withstood the passage of centuries, reflecting the city's diverse history.
Blue Mosque
Iconic Blue Mosque with 6 minarets The Blue Mosque, also known as Sultanahmet Camii in Turkish, stands as an enduring masterpiece of Ottoman architecture in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. Commissioned by Sultan Ahmed I and completed in 1616, this grand mosque is renowned for its striking blue tile work...
New Mosque
Iconic, landmark 17th-century mosque The New Mosque, also known as the Yeni Camii, graces the skyline of Istanbul with its majestic architecture and is a testament to the city's rich Ottoman history. This grand mosque, completed in 1665, is situated at the mouth of the Golden Horn and serves as a...
Ortaköy Mosque
Baroque mosque built to capture light Nestled at the water's edge of the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, the Ortaköy Mosque, officially known as the Büyük Mecidiye Camii, is a stunning example of 19th-century Ottoman architecture. With its prime location in the Ortaköy district, the mosque is not only a...
Süleymaniye Mosque
Storied 16th-century Ottoman mosque The Süleymaniye Mosque stands as an architectural masterpiece in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, reflecting the pinnacle of Ottoman art and culture. Commissioned by Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent, the mosque was designed by the legendary architect Mimar Sinan...
Rüstem Pasha Mosque
Nestled in the heart of Istanbul's historic Eminönü district, the Rüstem Pasha Mosque stands as a remarkable testament to Ottoman architectural and artistic achievement. This mosque, while less known than some of its grander neighbors, such as the Sultanahmet...
Dolmabahçe Mosque
Ottoman-style mosque completed in 1853 Nestled on the European shore of the Bosphorus Strait, the Dolmabahçe Mosque, also known as the Bezm-i Alem Valide Sultan Mosque, stands as a testament to the grandeur of 19th-century Ottoman architecture in Istanbul, Turkey.
Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Historic mosque with a mausoleum The Eyüp Sultan Mosque, an emblematic site nestled in the heart of Istanbul, stands as a beacon of spiritual significance and architectural grandeur. Dedicated to Abu Ayyub al-Ansari – the standard-bearer and companion of the Prophet Muhammad – this mosque is a...
Nuruosmaniye Mosque
Large, 18th-century Ottoman mosque Nuruosmaniye Mosque stands as a magnificent piece of architecture in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, embodying a blend of Islamic and Baroque styles. Erected between 1748 and 1755 during the reign of Sultan Osman III, this mosque is not only a site of religious...
Little Hagia Sophia
Iconic Byzantine-style domed mosque Little Hagia Sophia, formerly known as the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, is a significant historical mosque nestled in the captivating city of Istanbul, Turkey. This architectural gem, often overshadowed by its larger namesake, the Hagia Sophia, is a must-visit...
Bayezid II Mosque
Mosque complex completed in 1506 Nestled in the historic heart of Istanbul, the Bayezid II Mosque is a stunning testament to Ottoman architecture and a serene place of worship that beckons visitors with its graceful minarets and majestic dome. Constructed between 1500 and 1505 during the reign of...
Şehzade Mosque
16th-century mosque and prince's tomb Nestled amidst the historic fabric of Istanbul, the Şehzade Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich Ottoman heritage. This mosque, located in the Fatih district, was commissioned by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in memory of his beloved son, Prince Mehmed...
Fatih Mosque
The Fatih Mosque is an Ottoman mosque in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey. The original mosque on the site was constructed between 1463 and 1470 on the site of the Church of the Holy Apostles.
Zeyrek Mosque
Medieval mosque dating from 12th century Zeyrek Mosque or Monastery of the Pantocrator, is a significant mosque in Istanbul, made of two former Eastern Orthodox churches and a chapel.
Şemsi Paşa Camii
The Şemsi Pasha Mosque is an Ottoman mosque located in the large and densely populated district of Üsküdar, in Istanbul, Turkey.
Yeni Valide Mosque
The Yeni Valide Mosque is an 18th-century Ottoman mosque in the Üsküdar district of Istanbul, Turkey.
Kalenderhane Mosque
Kalenderhane Mosque is a former Eastern Orthodox church in Istanbul, converted into a mosque by the Ottomans. With high probability the church was originally dedicated to the Theotokos Kyriotissa.
Firuz Agha Mosque
The Firuz Ağa Mosque is a 15th-century Ottoman mosque in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey. It was built by Firuz Ağa, the head treasurer of Sultan Beyazıt II. The marble sarcophagus of Firuz Ağa is located in the mosque complex.
Arap Mosque
Arap Mosque is a mosque in the Karaköy quarter of Istanbul, Turkey. The building was originally a Roman Catholic church erected in 1325 by the friars of the Dominican Order, near or above an earlier chapel dedicated to Saint Paul in 1233.
Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque
The Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque, also known as the Aksaray Valide Mosque, is an Ottoman imperial mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. It is located at the intersection of Ordu Street and Atatürk Boulevard in the Aksaray neighborhood.
Mihrimah Sultan Mosque
Grand mosque dating from 16th century The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque is a 16th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Edirnekapı neighborhood near the Byzantine land walls of Istanbul, Turkey. It was commissioned by Mihrimah Sultan, the daughter of Suleiman the Magnificent and designed by the chief imperial architect Mimar Sinan.
Yavuz Selim Mosque
The Yavuz Selim Mosque, also known as the Selim I Mosque and the Yavuz Sultan Selim Mosque is a 16th-century Ottoman imperial mosque located at the top of the 5th Hill of Istanbul, Turkey, in the neighborhood of Çukurbostan, overlooking the Golden Horn.
Emirgan Mosque
Emirgan Mosque, officially Emirgan Hamid-i Evvel Mosque is an 18th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Emirgan neighborhood of the Sarıyer district in Istanbul, Turkey.
Nusretiye Camii
Nusretiye Mosque is an ornate mosque located in Tophane district of Beyoğlu, Istanbul, Turkey. While its architecture is influenced by Islamic elements, it retains a Baroque style, making it unique to the city.
Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamamı
The Kılıç Ali Pasha Complex is a mosque complex designed and built between 1580 and 1587 by Mimar Sinan, who at the time was in his 90s. The mosque itself was constructed in 1578-1580.
Mihrimah Sultan Mosque
The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque is a 16th century Ottoman mosque located in the historic center of the Üsküdar district of Istanbul, Turkey. The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque is one of Üsküdar's best-known landmarks and takes its nicknames from the ferry landing near which it stands.
Şakirin Camii
Şakirin Mosque is a mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. The building is located at one of the entrances of Karacaahmet Cemetery in Üsküdar. It was built by the Semiha Şakir Foundation in memory of İbrahim Şakir and Semiha Şakir and opened on 7 May 2009. According to newspaper reports, it is the most carbon-neutral mosque in Turkey.
Bebek Parkı
Bebek Mosque, officially Hümayûn-u Âbad Mosque is a 1913-built mosque located in Bebek neighborhood of Beşiktaş district in Istanbul, Turkey.
Sinan Pasha Mosque
The Sinan Pasha Mosque is an Ottoman mosque located in a densely populated district of Beşiktaş, in Istanbul, Turkey. It was built by the Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan for the admiral Sinan Pasha. The türbe of Barbaros Hayrettin Pasha is located just across the street.
Koca Mustafa Pasha Mosque
Koca Mustafa Pasha Mosque is a former Eastern Orthodox church converted into a mosque by the Ottomans, located in Istanbul, Turkey. The church, as the adjoining monastery, was dedicated to Saint Andrew of Crete, and was named Saint Andrew in Krisei or by-the-Judgment.
Selimiye Mosque
The Selimiye Mosque is a mosque situated in the district of Üsküdar in İstanbul, Turkey, near the Selimiye Barracks. The mosque was commissioned by Ottoman Sultan Selim III and built between 1801 and 1805.
Fenari Isa Mosque
Fenâri Îsâ Mosque, in Byzantine times known as the Lips Monastery, is a mosque in Istanbul, made of two former Eastern Orthodox churches.
Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Mosque
Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Mosque is a 16th-century Ottoman mosque in the Kadırga neighborhood in Fatih district, Istanbul, Turkey. It was commissioned jointly by the grand vizier Sokollu Mehmed Pasha and his wife İsmihan Sultan. It was designed by the imperial architect Mimar Sinan and completed in 1571/2.
Laleli Mosque
Baroque-style mosque with a dome The Laleli Mosque is an 18th-century Ottoman imperial mosque located in Laleli, Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey.
Sancaktar Hayrettin Camii
Sancaktar Hayrettin Mosque is part of a former Eastern Orthodox monastery converted into a mosque by the Ottomans. It is generally believed that the small building belonged to the Byzantine Monastery of Gastria.
Çamlıca Cami
The largest mosque in Turkey, Grand Çamlıca Mosque is a place of Islamic worship which was completed and opened in March 2019. The mosque is located on Çamlıca Hill of Üsküdar district in Istanbul, and showcases an art gallery, a library, and a conference hall.
Gazi Atik Ali Pasha Mosque
The Gazi Atik Ali Pasha Mosque is a 15th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Çemberlitaş neighbourhood of the Fatih district in Istanbul, Turkey. Its construction was started under the orders of the future Grand Vizier Hadım Atik Ali Pasha in 1496 and was completed in 1497, during the reign of Sultan Bayezid II.
Zal Mahmud Pasha Mosque
The Zal Mahmud Pasha Mosque is a 16th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Eyüp district of Istanbul, Turkey. It was designed by the imperial architect Mimar Sinan and completed in 1590.
Piyale Pasha Mosque
The Piyale Pasha Mosque, also known as the Tersane Mosque, is a 16th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Kasımpaşa neighborhood of the Beyoğlu district in Istanbul, Turkey.
Rum Mehmed Pasha Mosque
The Rum Mehmed Pasha Mosque is an old Ottoman mosque located in a large and densely populated district of Üsküdar, in Istanbul, Turkey.
Molla Çelebi Mosque
The Molla Çelebi Mosque, sometimes known as the Fındıklı Mosque is a 16th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Fındıklı neighbourhood of the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey. It was commissioned by Kazasker Mehmet Vusuli Efendi, chief judge of Istanbul and designed by the imperial architect Mimar Sinan.
Gül Camii
Gül Mosque is a former Eastern Orthodox church in Istanbul, Turkey, converted into a mosque by the Ottomans.
Mosque with the Spiral Minaret
The Mosque with the Spiral Minaret is a 16th-century Ottoman mosque in Şarachane park, Fatih district, Istanbul, Turkey. Built in 1550 on behalf of Emin Nuretti Efendi, qadi 'asker of Egypt, it is named for its spiraling brick minaret, a copy of a Seljuq design that is unique in Istanbul.
Eski Valide Camii
The Atik Valide Mosque is a 16th century Ottoman imperial mosque located on a hill above the large and densely populated district of Üsküdar, in Istanbul, Turkey.
Hırka-i Şerif Mosque
Hırka-i Şerif Mosque is a historic mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. It takes its name from a relic, the mantle of Muhammad, which is preserved in the mosque.
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Region: Istanbul