Nasrullah Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Kastamonu Province, Turkey
Nasrullah Mosque is an Ottoman-era house of worship in Kastamonu featuring nine main domes resting on six square columns and two minarets. The prayer hall extends back with seven additional domes supported by ten columns, and a fountain sits in the courtyard to the north.
The mosque was built in 1506 under Sultan Bayazid II by order of Ottoman judge Kadı Nasrullah. It was completed during an era when the Ottoman Empire was consolidating its religious and administrative presence in Kastamonu.
The mosque serves as a gathering place for Kastamonu's Muslim community, where residents come for daily prayers and religious celebrations throughout the year. It remains deeply integrated into the local rhythm of worship and community life.
The mosque is located west of Kastamonu's Governor's Office and is easily accessible from the city center. Since it remains an active place of worship, visitors should plan their visit with prayer times in mind and approach respectfully.
The narthex of the prayer hall features seven domes resting on ten columns, creating an unusually spacious entry zone that contrasts with the main prayer space. This layout sets it apart from typical Ottoman mosque designs of the period.
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