Rustem Pasha Mosque
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6.23
Google Maps Rating
4.70
Address
Rüstem Paşa, Hasırcılar Cd. No:62, 34116 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Types
place of worship
landmark
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Summary
- A mosque dedicated to Suleyman the Magnificent's son-in-law and Grand Vizier, built after 1561.
- It features 2,300 tiles from Iznik.
- A central dome and is elevated with shops underneath for maintenance revenue.
- To admire its historical significance, beautiful Iznik tiles, and unique design with shops below.
Rustem Pasha Mosque, dedicated to Suleyman the Magnificent's son-in-law and Grand Vizier, was built after 1561. It features 2,300 tiles from Iznik, a central dome, and is cleverly elevated with shops underneath for maintenance revenue.
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