Burma Camii, Ottoman mosque in Uşak, Turkey
Burma Camii is an Ottoman-era mosque in Uşak distinguished by two domes and a distinctive spiral minaret constructed from red bricks. The structure stands in the Islice neighborhood along Mimar Sinan Street.
The mosque was built in 1570 and underwent renovations in 1769 before suffering damage from a fire in 1867. Extensive restoration work followed in 1922 to repair the damage caused by the fire.
The mosque serves as a gathering place where the local community comes together for daily prayers and religious celebrations throughout the year. It holds deep meaning for residents as a central spiritual and social hub.
Visitors should be aware that the mosque is actively used for prayers, so the best times to visit are outside of prayer schedules. It is important to dress respectfully and follow the guidelines of the place.
The name Burma comes from the unusual spiral shape of the minaret, a feature rarely seen in other Ottoman mosques in the region. This architectural detail makes the building instantly recognizable from afar.
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