Pammakaristos Church

The Pammakaristos Church, transformed into Istanbul Fethi Mosque, displays Byzantine mosaics under its central dome and features traditional Islamic architectural elements.

Originally built in the 12th century as a Greek Orthodox church, the structure was converted to a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453.

The building combines religious functions as both an active mosque and a museum, presenting Christian mosaics alongside Islamic calligraphy and decorative patterns.

Located near public transportation routes in Fatih district, the mosque welcomes visitors outside prayer times with separate entrances for worshippers and tourists.

The parekklesion chamber contains some of the finest examples of Byzantine mosaic art from the Palaeologan Renaissance period in Constantinople.

Location: Fatih

Inception: 11 century

Architectural style: Byzantine architecture, Ottoman architecture

Address: Fethiye Kapısı Sokağı

GPS coordinates: 41.02917,28.94639

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:10