New Mosque (aka Yeni Cami) is located in Eminonu, one of the liveliest districts of Istanbul. Adjacent to Spice Bazaar, the mosque was built in the 1660s as part of the same complex. Eminonu has been one of the busiest port districts of the city for centuries. For this reason, some of Istanbul’s most famous local restaurants and dessert shops are located here. Eminonu is … [Read more...] about NEW MOSQUE (Yeni Cami) Istanbul [Updated → 2025]
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Rustem Pasha Mosque in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
Rustem Pasha Mosque is located in Eminonu, one of the liveliest districts of Istanbul. The mosque is located very close to Spice Bazaar and although it is a true architectural treasure, it is not well known by tourists. Rustem Pasha was the Grand Vizier (Prime Minister) in the 16th century. Rustem Pasha, who was married to Mihrimah Sultan, the daughter of Sultan Suleiman, … [Read more...] about Rustem Pasha Mosque in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
Blue Mosque Opening Hours & Entrance Fee (2026 Update)
In the heart of Istanbul’s historic peninsula stands a structure so graceful, it seems to float above the city’s skyline. The Blue Mosque — known locally as Sultanahmet Camii — is not only a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture but also a living monument of faith and serenity. With its six slender minarets, cascading domes, and intricate Iznik tiles that give it its famous hue, … [Read more...] about Blue Mosque Opening Hours & Entrance Fee (2026 Update)
25 Best Mosques in Istanbul (2026 Update)
Istanbul is home to some of the most remarkable mosques in the Islamic world. Over the past twenty years of guiding visitors through this city, I have walked through hundreds of mosque courtyards, climbed countless stone steps, and watched travelers pause beneath domes that have shaped Istanbul’s skyline for centuries. What you see in this guide is not only historical … [Read more...] about 25 Best Mosques in Istanbul (2026 Update)
ORTAKOY MOSQUE Opening Hours (Updated → 2025)
Ortakoy Mosque is the most beautiful mosque located on the European side of the Bosphorus. Located in Ortakoy, one of the most popular districts of Istanbul, the mosque is named after the district, even though its real name is Buyuk Mecidiye Mosque. It is possible to divide the Ottoman mosques in Istanbul into two categories as Classical and Modern. Classical period mosques … [Read more...] about ORTAKOY MOSQUE Opening Hours (Updated → 2025)
Süleymaniye Mosque: History, Opening Hours & Tips (2026)
Süleymaniye Mosque is one of the rare places in Istanbul where monumentality and serenity feel perfectly balanced. Rising on one of the city’s highest hills above the Golden Horn, it is not only a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture but also the heart of a vast imperial complex designed to serve education, charity, healthcare, and daily urban life. Commissioned by Sultan … [Read more...] about Süleymaniye Mosque: History, Opening Hours & Tips (2026)