Caferağa Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Sultanahmet district, Turkey.
The Caferağa Mosque stands next to the Hagia Sophia, featuring classical Ottoman architecture with a central dome and inner courtyard surrounded by columns.
Built in 1559 by architect Mimar Sinan during Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent's reign, this mosque served as an educational institution for Islamic studies.
The mosque includes exhibition spaces where artists create and teach traditional Turkish handicrafts, including calligraphy, ceramics, and mosaic works.
The religious complex contains facilities for prayers, ablution areas, and a restaurant serving Turkish dishes to visitors exploring the historic district.
The structure maintains dual functions as both an active mosque and a center for Turkish classical arts, hosting annual exhibitions of student works.
GPS coordinates: 40.98933,29.02440
Latest update: March 16, 2025 15:13
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