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Istanbul Architect Sinans Works

  • Rustem Pasha Mosque

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    Rustem Pasha Mosque, though small in size, nevertheless makes up for it in beauty. It was completed in 1561 by the famous Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan and is known for its beautiful Iznik tiles. Read more about Rustem Pasha Mosque

  • Suleymaniye Mosque

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    The Suleymaniye Mosque is Istanbul’s largest mosque. It was built between 1550 and 1557 by the great Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan, who also chose to be buried here. Read more about Suleymaniye Mosque

  • Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Mosque

    Constructed on a steep slope in Sultanahmet, Sokollu Mosque is another fine remnant from master Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan. Read more about Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Mosque

  • Sehzade Mosque

    One of the first masterpieces of Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan during his time as an apprentice, the Sehzade Mosque was completed in 1548 in memory of the son of Suleyman I who died unexpectedly. Read more about Sehzade Mosque

  • Kilic Ali Pasha Mosque

    The Kilic Ali Pasha Mosque and Tomb in another of master Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan's works. This stunning mosque was built in 1580 and is situated right by the Bosphorus in the Tophane district. Read more about Kilic Ali Pasha Mosque

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  • Tophane Fountain

    Tophane Fountain is situated opposite Kilic Ali Pasa Mosque in Tophane Square. This large square fountain was commissioned by Sultan Mahmut I and constructed in Baroque-Classical Ottoman style.

  • Semsi Pasa Mosque

    Designed by Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan for Grand Vizier Semsi Pasa, the Semsi Pasa Mosque in Uskudar enjoys a breathtaking location on the shores of the Bosphorus.The Mosque was completed in 1581.

  • Mihrimah Sultan Mosque Uskudar

    Mihrimah Sultan Mosque enjoys a spectacular location near the ferry landing in Uskudar. Designed by Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan, it was completed in 1548.

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Architect Sinans Works in Istanbul

Mimar Sinan is one of the most renowned architects of the Ottoman Empire. Mimar Sinan lived between 1490 and 1588 and was the chief civil engineer and architect for three different Ottoman sultans, creating an astounding number of masterpieces.

During his impressive career, Mimar Sinan constructed more than three hundred structures, many of which are in Istanbul. Among these are the magnificent Suleymaniye Mosque, Rustem Pasa Mosque and Cemberlitas Hamam, which still functions as a bath today. This talented master also trained the architect of the Blue Mosque in Sultanahmet.

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