Moskeer i Edirne

Historic Mosques & Minarets

Edirne served as the Ottoman capital for nearly a century, leaving a legacy of monumental religious architecture. This collection highlights the evolution of Ottoman design, from the early 15th-century Old Mosque with its monumental calligraphy to Mimar Sinan’s 16th-century Selimiye Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage site. These structures showcase the transition from multi-domed 'T-plan' mosques to the single-dome mastery that defined the empire's classical age.

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Selimiye Mosque

Selimiye Mosque may refer to:

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Üç Şerefeli Mosque

The Üç Şerefeli Mosque is a 15th-century Ottoman mosque in Edirne, Turkey.

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Old Mosque, Edirne

The Old Mosque, also known as Grand Mosque, is an early 15th-century Ottoman mosque in Edirne, Turkey.

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Yıldırım Beyazıt Cami

Commissioned by Sultan Bayezid I in the late 14th century, this mosque represents the early 'inverted T' architectural plan. It is situated on the banks of the Tunca River, removed from the city center.

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Gazi Mihalbey Camii

Built in 1422 by the Ottoman commander Gazi Mihal Bey, this mosque is part of a complex that includes a historic bridge. It features a traditional early Ottoman layout with distinct masonry.

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Hacı İlbey Cami

A 14th-century mosque named after Hacı İlbey, a commander under Sultan Murad I. It is one of the oldest religious structures in Edirne, reflecting the simple style of early Ottoman neighborhood mosques.

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