Istanbul Architect Sinans Works
Suleymaniye Turkish Bath - Hamam
Suleymaniye Hamam was designed by the Ottoman architect Sinan and was built by Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent in 1557. The Hamam is part of an extensive historic complex. ...more »
- Location: Suleymaniye
- Type: Architect Sinans Works
Rustem Pasha Mosque
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. ...more »
- Location: Eminonu
- Type: Architect Sinans Works
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. ...more »
- Location: Tophane
- Type: Architect Sinans Works
Mihrimah Sultan Mosque Edirnekapi
Another of architect Sinan's masterpieces, the Mihrimah Sultan Mosque in Edirnekapi is situated right near the old city walls at the peak of the sixth hill of Istanbul. ...more »
- Location: Edirnekapi
- Type: Mosques
Molla Celebi Mosque
Situated right on the Bosphorus waterfront, Molla Celebi Mosque is a fine example of Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan's works. Construction began on this small, single minaret mosque in 1570. ...more »
- Location: Kabatas
- Type: Mosques
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. ...more »
- Location: Sehzadebasi
- Type: Architect Sinans Works
Cemberlitas Turkish Bath - Hamam
Cemberlitas Hamam is one of the most historical Turkish baths in Istanbul. The Hamam was commissioned by Nurbanu Sultan, the wife of Sultan Selim II as a charitable foundation for the poor. ...more »
- Location: Cemberlitas
- Type: Architect Sinans Works
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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. ...more »
- Location: Tophane
- Type: Monuments and Towers
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. ...more »
- Location: Uskudar - Asian Side
- Type: Mosques
Suleymaniye Mosque
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. ...more »
- Location: Suleymaniye
- Type: Architect Sinans Works
Our Local Experts say:
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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