Şeyh Muhtar Mosque, 16th-century mosque in Sur district, Diyarbakır Province, Turkey.
The mosque exhibits a distinct four-pillared minaret design, incorporating stone carvings and decorative elements from both Islamic and Byzantine architectural traditions.
Originally established around 1500 during the Aq Qoyunlu dynasty period, the site transformed from an ancient Roman forum into an important religious center.
The structure houses the grave of Sheikh Matar and features a minaret that local residents believe grants wishes when circled seven times.
The mosque maintains regular prayer schedules and accommodates up to 500 worshippers, with separate designated areas for men and women.
The minaret, initially built as an outlook tower in 906 BCE, was later modified to serve its current religious purpose during the Muslim acquisition of the region.
Location: Sur
Location: Diyarbakır Province
Inception: 1500
Capacity: 500
GPS coordinates: 37.91078,40.23761
Latest update: May 31, 2025 13:05
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