Karacaahmet Cemetery, Historic cemetery in Üsküdar, Turkey.
The Karacaahmet Cemetery spans 750,000 square meters across five distinct sections: Miskinler, Saraçlar Çeşmesi, Şehitlik, Musallâ, and Duvardibi.
Established in 1377 during the Ottoman Empire's expansion, the cemetery began as a burial ground for Muslim soldiers and gradually expanded after Constantinople's conquest.
The cemetery contains ornate headstones with intricate calligraphy and designs that reflect Ottoman artistic traditions and serve as valuable historical documentation.
Located on the Asian side of Istanbul, the cemetery remains active for burials and accommodates both Sunni and Alevi communities in designated areas.
The cemetery houses approximately two million graves and functions as one of Istanbul's largest green spaces, supporting numerous bird species and cypress trees.
Location: Üsküdar
Architectural style: Ottoman architecture
Website: http://ibb.gov.tr/tr-TR/kurumsal/Birimler/MezarliklarMd/Documents/website/Index.html
GPS coordinates: 41.01060,29.02610
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:56
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