' Holy Wisdom '), officially the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque (Turkish: Ayasofya-i Kebir Cami-i Şerifi; Greek: Μεγάλο Τζαμί της Αγίας Σοφίας), is a mosque and former church serving as a major cultural and historical site in Istanbul, Turkey.

Dec 24, 2024 · In this article, you can find the most famous mosques in Istanbul‘s Old City (near Sultanahmet), Beyoglu (near Taksim Square), Besiktas (European shores of the Bosphorus) and Uskudar (Asian shores of the Bosphorus).

May 1, 2024 · With the minarets of around 3,000 mosques piercing Istanbul’s skyline, these places of worship are an integral part of the city. Here are the most beautiful mosques worth visiting on your trip.

Istanbul, as the capital of the Ottoman Empire since 1453 and the largest city in the Middle East, contains a great number of mosques. In 2007, there were 2,944 active mosques in Istanbul. [1]

The Blue Mosque, officially the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Turkish: Sultan Ahmet Camii), is an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed between 1609 and 1617 during the rule of Ahmed I and remains a functioning mosque today.

As the capital of the Ottoman Empire since 1453 and the largest city in Turkey, Istanbul is home to over 3000 mosques. This makes it overwhelming to decide which ones to visit, but here are seven of the most important mosques in Istanbul you should see based on their architectural character and historical context.

Dec 31, 2021 · There are a total of 3365 mosques in Istanbul. 1. Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii) Sultanahmet is the Great Mosque of the classic period. Ahmed I built this lovely Mosque next to Hagia Sophia after losing a battle with the Persians to reassert his power. It is also near Topkapı Palace.

Oct 29, 2024 · Istanbul’s skyline has 3,365 impressive mosques, allowing visitors to see the city’s history, culture, and architecture. While some mosques are world-renowned, others remain quieter yet equally significant spots within their communities.

Feb 26, 2025 · There are more than 3000 mosques in Istanbul, ranging from converted former Byzantine churches to modern space-age designs, adorned with exquisite hand-painted tiles and finely crafted woodwork ...

Aug 22, 2023 · In this guide, I will highlight the most visually stunning mosques in Istanbul to visit, not just those with historical significance. These mosques, designed by talented architects, offer a unique blend of beauty and backstory.