Rejep Pasha Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Rhodes, Greece
Rejep Pasha Mosque is an Ottoman-era religious building in the old city of Rhodes characterized by a twelve-sided dome set above a square chamber. A slender minaret with a polygonal base rises beside the main structure, and the entire building displays the architectural features typical of its period.
The building was constructed in the early Ottoman period around 1540 under the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent and ranks among the oldest religious structures in the walled city. Its construction followed the Ottoman takeover of the island and reflected the establishment of Ottoman presence in Rhodes.
The building reflects the coexistence of different faiths within the walled city and serves as a place of gathering for the Muslim community today. It stands as a physical reminder of Rhodes' shared Ottoman and Greek heritage visible throughout the old quarter.
Visits are possible, but guests should be aware that the structure is in need of restoration work and shows signs of damage. It is wise to check ahead whether parts of the building are open to visitors and to watch for ongoing construction activities.
An eight-sided fountain in the courtyard once served ritual purification purposes and demonstrates the daily practices of worshippers from that era. The building also houses a mausoleum containing the remains of a prominent Ottoman official from the time of construction.
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