Istanbul Eyüp Sultan Mosque

Eyüp Sultan Mosque and Mausoleum where the water flowing from its fountain is considered sacred and its courtyard is decorated with a century-old plane tree is considered to be one of the greatest historical legacies left by the Ottoman Empire to Istanbul.

Eyüp Sultan Mosque Informations

The religious structure, which is home to the eternal residence of Eyüp Sultan, who is considered to be one of the important names of the Islamic World, therefore welcomes thousands of visitors to visit and visit during the year.

In the complex of Eyup Sultan Mosque the tomb of Halid Bin Zeyd Ebu Eyyüb El-Ensari is located. Zeyd Ebu Eyyüb El-Ensari, an important figure for the Islamic world, was the bearer of HZ. Muhammad.

The mosque was first built in 1458. However, the construction of the old mosque, ordered by Mehmet the Conqueror, was too bad to be used as a result of the earthquake that occurred in 1766.

Remaining structure for a period of time, III. It was built by Selim in addition to its minarets and foundations. The reconstruction process of the mosque began in 1798 and was completed in 1800.

Within the complex Hz. Muhammad's flag-bearer, 90-odd years to see his gospel for their eyes even though he was participating in the conquest of Istanbul Khalid Bin Zayd Abu Ayyub al-Ansari is found in the tomb.

The area where Eyüp Sultan, who got sick and died during the expedition, was buried, was found by Akşemseddin, his teacher, at the request of Fatih after Istanbul passed to the Ottoman control. After that, the tomb area was built on a tomb with a high spiritual and architectural value.

When you go to visit Eyüp Sultan Mosque, don't forget to go to Pierre Loti Hill and drink tea and coffee with the view of Golden Horn.

Mosque Rules and Etiquette For Tourists

Avoid visiting during prayer time
Do not smoke in the courtyard of the mosque
Do not visit the mosque with short shorts, skirts
Women should closed with a veil on his head during a visit to the mosque
Taking pictures in the mosque is forbidden

Visiting Hours

8:30 - 11:30
13:00- 14:30
15:30 - 16:45
On Fridays, the opening time for the touristic visit of the mosque is 13:30.

Istanbul Eyüp Sultan Mosque

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