New Mosque

Yeni Cami

mosque in Istanbul

#29 in Istanbul / #41 in Turkey

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The New Mosque (Yeni Camii) in Istanbul, Turkey, is a prominent historical mosque located in the Eminönü district, near the Golden Horn. Construction of the mosque began in 1597 under the order of Safiye Sultan, the mother of Sultan Mehmed III, and was completed in 1665 during the reign of Sultan Mehmed IV. The mosque's design is a notable example of Ottoman architecture, featuring a large central dome flanked by semi-domes, and two minarets with three balconies each. The interior is adorned with exquisite Iznik tiles, intricate calligraphy, and stained glass windows, creating a serene and majestic atmosphere.

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