Hidayet Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Eminönü district, Istanbul, Turkey
The rectangular religious structure features two large pointed-arch windows on both Eastern and Western sides, with 21 windows within its central dome.
Sultan Mahmud II commissioned the construction of the wooden mosque in 1813, which was later rebuilt in stone by French architect Alexander Vallaury in 1887.
The name Hidayet, meaning 'seeking the right path' in Arabic, reflects the mosque's purpose in transforming a former disreputable neighborhood into a religious center.
The mosque operates on two levels, with regular daily prayers conducted on the lower floor while Friday prayers take place in the upper prayer hall.
The mosque's high ceiling and pointed dome design differ from traditional Ottoman architectural patterns, making it an example of Orientalist style.
Location: Istanbul Province
Location: Fatih
Location: Hobyar
GPS coordinates: 41.01669,28.97388
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:25
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