Rum Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Üsküdar district, Turkey.
The Rum Mehmed Pasha Mosque stands near the Bosphorus waterfront, featuring traditional Ottoman architectural elements with stone and brick construction methods.
Constructed in 1471 under Grand Vizier Rum Mehmed Pasha of Greek origin, this mosque marks the first Islamic structure on Istanbul's Asian side after Constantinople's fall.
The prayer hall displays Ottoman craftsmanship through its decorated minber, mihrab, and calligraphic inscriptions that reflect religious artistic traditions.
Visitors can reach the mosque by taking public transportation to Üsküdar and walking along Semsi Pasa Street, where the structure sits on an elevated position.
The mosque combines Ottoman and Byzantine architectural influences, creating a distinct structural design that represents the transitional period of 15th century Istanbul.
Location: Istanbul
Inception: 1471
Architectural style: Ottoman architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.02465,29.01086
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:36
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