Ertuğrul Gazi Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Ertuğrul Gazi Mosque is a mosque in central Ashgabat built with four tall minarets, a central dome, and white marble throughout. The marble reflects sunlight and gives the building a bright, gleaming appearance visible from many parts of the city.
Construction began in 1993 and finished in 1998, shortly after Turkmenistan's independence. The project combined Turkish building traditions with the country's new identity and was carried out by Turkish specialists.
The mosque is named after a significant Turkish founder and displays the historical bond between Turkey and Turkmenistan in its design. This connection is visible in the decorated interior spaces where worshippers gather regularly.
The building is located centrally and easy to reach on foot. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing and be aware that there are separate areas for men and women, as well as facilities for ritual washing.
The interiors are decorated with elaborate marble carvings and detailed Islamic calligraphy created by Turkish craftsmen specifically for this place. Colored glass windows create a special play of light that gives the prayer spaces an elegant quality.
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