Salacak Fatih Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Salacak, Turkey.
Salacak Fatih Mosque is a place of worship featuring classical Ottoman architecture located near the Bosphorus Strait in Üsküdar. The building displays a slender minaret and a main prayer hall with traditional proportions that reflect the style of its era.
The mosque was commissioned in 1453 under Sultan Mehmed II to honor the Islamic scholar Akşemseddin. Over the centuries it underwent several transformations, with major changes shaping its present appearance.
The mosque maintains its role as a spiritual center where Muslim residents gather for daily prayers and religious celebrations throughout the year.
The mosque sits directly along the Bosphorus in a well-connected neighborhood and is easy to reach on foot or by public transport. Visitors should dress modestly and show respect, especially during prayer times.
The building underwent significant modifications in 1898, resulting in its current appearance while preserving elements from the original Ottoman design.
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