October 28, 2024
By Adity Chandel
Istanbul, a captivating blend of sights, sounds, and colors, is home to 3,267 mosques, each telling its own story. Let's discuss the most beautiful 5 mosques in Istanbul that not only serve as places of worship but also symbolize Turkey’s timeless beauty!
Where Ottoman majesty meets blue splendor! Built between 1609 and 1616, the mosque dazzles with over 20,000 blue Iznik tiles, six minarets, cascading domes, and a vast courtyard – one of the most-visited and beautiful landmarks in Istanbul! Visit hours: 9 AM to 6 PM
Once a cathedral, now a mosque, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture! With a striking vast dome, golden intricate mosaics, and the Emperor's Door, the mosque symbolizes Istanbul’s diverse culture and historical significance. Visit hours: 9 AM to 7:30 PM
A standing example of elegance and Ottoman ingenuity! Designed by master architect Mimar Sinan in 1557, the mosque features a massive dome with a Qur’anic verse inscribed in the center, supported by half-domes, and four skyline-dominating minarets. Visit hours: 8:30 AM to 4:45 PM (except Friday)
A hidden gem designed by famous Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan! Stunning 2,300 Iznik tilework covers the mosque's interior with intricate floral and geometric patterns. Visit hours: 6 AM to 9:30 PM
Completed in 1665, the mosque stands proudly near the Golden Horn. Its large dome, two tall minarets, and grand courtyard make it an iconic symbol of classical Ottoman architecture, while its location offers stunning views of Istanbul’s waterfront. Visit hours: 9 AM to 6 PM