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Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque

Name: Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Discover Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque, a 19th-century Ottoman building with unmistakable European touches. Study its eclectic exterior, then step inside to admire the colourful dome overhead.

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Full description

Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque was built in 1871 for the mother of Sultan Abdulaziz and was designed by an Italian architect, mixing a variety of styles. Reviewers note its European influence, which makes it look different from many other mosques in Istanbul, and praise the dome and the colours inside.

It is often overlooked given the prominence of larger mosques nearby, which means a quieter visit. There is space for prayer and a wudu area outside, and a typical stop takes around 15 minutes.

It suits visitors interested in 19th-century Ottoman architecture.

It is often overlooked given the prominence of larger mosques nearby, which means a quieter visit. There is space for prayer and a wudu area outside, and a typical stop takes around 15 minutes.

It suits visitors interested in 19th-century Ottoman architecture.

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Address

İskenderpaşa, Atatürk Blv. No:3, 34080 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Visit between 9:00 and 17:30 to enter outside prayer times
dress modestly and remove shoes
look up at the dome, which reviewers single out for its colours.

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Reviews

A very beautiful and elegant mosque with impressive architecture and fine details. The design stands out compared to many other mosques in Istanbul, with a unique European influence. Inside, the atmosphere is calm and peaceful despite the busy surroundings outside. It’s well maintained and worth a short visit,…

Hace

2/5

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