Hüdavendigar Complex, Ottoman religious complex in Osmangazi, Turkey
The Hüdavendigar Complex is a medieval religious compound in Osmangazi with a mosque, madrasah, public kitchen, hammam, and royal tomb enclosed by stone walls. The buildings are arranged around a central courtyard that creates a closed, unified space.
Sultan Murad I ordered the construction of this complex between 1363 and 1366, helping Bursa expand westward during the early Ottoman period. The project showed the growing power of the empire in the region.
The mosque interior shows architectural elements from Byzantine craftsmen blended with Islamic design principles and local building techniques. You can see this mixture of two traditions in every decorative detail and structural feature.
The complex welcomes visitors and functions as both a religious center and learning space. You can walk through all the buildings and view each section at your own pace.
It is the only mosque in the empire with two entrance porticos, making its design quite rare. The madrasah is also positioned on the upper floor above the main religious space rather than beneath it, which is an unusual layout.
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