Eyüp Sultan Mosque, Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey
The Eyüp Sultan Mosque is a significant Islamic site located in the district of Eyüp, on the European side of Istanbul.
Built in 1458, it was the first mosque constructed by the Ottoman Turks following their conquest of Constantinople in 1453.
The mosque holds cultural significance as it is often visited by Muslims performing the Islamic pilgrimage to pay respects to Abu Ayyub al-Ansari's tomb.
The mosque complex includes a mausoleum marking the spot where Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, the standard-bearer of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, is said to have been buried.
It is considered a holy place for Muslims and attracts many visitors, especially during the month of Ramadan.
Location: Eyüpsultan
Location: Istanbul
Inception: 1458
Architectural style: Ottoman architecture
Source: Wikimedia
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