Fatih Mosque, Istanbul
Facts and practical information
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. It was seriously damaged in the 1766 earthquake and was rebuilt in 1771 to a different design. It is one of the largest examples of Ottoman-Islamic architecture in Istanbul and represents an important stage in the development of classic Ottoman architecture. It is named after Ottoman sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, known in Turkish as Fatih Sultan Mehmed, the Ottoman sultan who conquered Constantinople in 1453. ()
Fatih Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, Mahmutpasha Bazaar, Valens Aqueduct.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Fatih Mosque?
How to get to Fatih Mosque by public transport?
Bus
- Vefa • Lines: 77A (11 min walk)
- Unkapanı • Lines: 77A (13 min walk)
Metro
- Aksaray • Lines: M1A, M1B (14 min walk)
- Emniyet - Fatih • Lines: M1A, M1B (15 min walk)
Tram
- Cibali • Lines: T5 (17 min walk)
- Fener • Lines: T5 (17 min walk)
Train
- Yenikapı (27 min walk)
- Kumkapi (34 min walk)
Ferry
- Eminönü (28 min walk)
Light rail
- Edirnekapı • Lines: T4 (30 min walk)
- Şehitlik • Lines: T4 (39 min walk)