İplikçi Mosque, Konya

The İplikçi Mosque features seven arched naves within its rectangular structure, measuring 30 meters by 40 meters, with a series of domes and vault supports.

Built in 1201-1202, the mosque underwent significant expansions in 1333 and stands as one of only two mosques from this period in Anatolia constructed using bricks.

The mosque, named after the thread market where it was located, contains both a 19th-century baroque mihrab and fragments of the original Seljuk-era geometric mosaic beneath.

The mosque functions as an active religious site since 1960, following its temporary use as part of the Classical Works Department of the Konya Museum.

During excavations in 1939, researchers discovered structural connections between the mosque and the neighboring Altun-aba Madrasa, revealing an unexpected architectural relationship.

Location: Konya

Architectural style: Seljuk architecture

GPS coordinates: 37.87194,32.49667

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:24