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Istanbul-Mosques
Last revised: 3 Nov 2006
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SS. Sergius & Bacchus [Kuyuk Aya Sofya Cami]

Begun by Justinian, completed in 536. Named after 2 early Christian martyrs who became patron saints of the army.  Later converted to a mosque.  Under heavy restoration during our recent [2006] visit; delightful tea garden / pension nearby.  The capitals of the columns are some of the best examples of the 6th c technique of deep undercutting
Melon capital SS. Sergius & Bacchus
Calligraphy SS. Sergius & Bacchus

Laleli - the finest Baroque mosque in the city - built in 1759 by Mehmet Tahir Aga.
Mosque Laleli Mosque
Kuran Kursa Laleli Mosque
Sezade - Mosque of the Prince, built by Suleyman in memory of his son who died of smallpox at 21.  One of Sinan's first commissions. The Sezade Turbes on the grounds [kulliye] preserve some of the finest examples of Turkish tile work.
Minaret detail Sezade Mosque
Interior dome detail Sezade Mosque
Interior detail Sezade Mosque
Mihrab Sezade Mosque
Sokollu Mehmet Pasha - one of Sinan's minor masterpieces - small,  but exquisite tile work.  Built in 1571 for the sultan's Grand Vizier.
Doorways, Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Camii [Mosque], Istanbul Turkey
Doorways, Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Camii [Mosque], Istanbul Turkey
Mihrab, Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Camii [Mosque], Istanbul Turkey
Tiled doorway Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Camii [Mosque], Istanbul Turkey
Dome, Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Camii [Mosque], Istanbul Turkey

Other links:

  • Eyup Sultan Cami
  • Hagia Sophia [Aya Sofya], Istanbul
  • Sultanahmed [Blue] Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey
  • Suleymanie Mosque
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