Muradiye Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Edirne, Turkey
The Muradiye Mosque features a T-shaped layout with a five-bay portico, two domed entrance halls, and a central prayer area beneath the main dome. The building sits on elevated ground and shows characteristic features of early Ottoman religious architecture.
Sultan Murad II commissioned construction between 1426 and 1436, with the original intention of using it as quarters for Mevlevi dervishes. The completion marked an important moment in early Ottoman building history.
The prayer hall displays blue and white hexagonal tiles arranged across three walls, showing early Ottoman ceramic craftsmanship. This tiling tradition reflects the artistic skills that were valued during this period.
The site lies northeast of Selimiye Mosque and is reachable on foot via Mimar Sinan street. The elevated location makes it easy to spot and offers a natural vantage point over the surrounding area.
The mihrab displays intricately crafted ceramic tiles from the 15th century featuring Quranic verses and floral patterns. These details show the artistic quality achieved in this early phase of Ottoman craftsmanship.
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