Kestanepazarı Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Kemeraltı, Turkey
Kestanepazarı Mosque is a stone and marble structure located in Izmir's Kemeraltı district with a distinctive dome design. The central dome is surrounded by four smaller domes at each corner, and half domes create the curved wall sections.
The structure was built in 1667 under the direction of Ahmet Ağa as a significant architectural work of its time. Major modifications were undertaken in the 19th century by Eminzade Ahmet Ağa, reshaping parts of the building.
The mosque functions as a learning hub where visitors can see people engaged in studying religious texts during the day. This educational role shapes how the space is used and gives it purpose beyond formal prayer times.
The mosque is located in Izmir's Kemeraltı district and remains accessible throughout the day for visitors interested in its architecture. Respectful dress and awareness of prayer times are important for those wishing to enter the interior spaces.
The interior contains a mihrab, a prayer niche, that was originally sourced from the İsa Bey Mosque in Selçuk and relocated here. This architectural element links the building to another significant historical structure in the wider region.
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