Walking around Sarachane Park you'll encounter a most magnificent Ottoman Mosque and complex. The Sehzade Cami located in the Fatih district, on the third hill of Istanbul. Suleiman the Magnificent commissioned the mosque to commemorate his favorite son Şehzade Mehmed, who died aged only 21. It is sometimes referred to as the 'Prince's Mosque'. Mehmed was the eldest of Sulayman's sons by his wife Hurrem, more commonly known as Roxelana. He was probably murdered, one of the oldest cold case files in history. The complex consists of the mausoleum of Prince Mehmed, two madrasahs, a public kitchen and a caravansarai. The prince's only daughter Hümaşah and his youngest brother Cihangir are also buried here. The Sehzade Mosque was the architect Sinan's first major imperial commission. He completed it in 1548 CE and is an amazing freshman effort. There's an especially nice courtyard and you can meet some nice cats here. read more

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Known as "The Prince's Mosque" this central Mosque in Fatih pays homage to Şehzade Mehmed, son of Suleiman the Magnificent. Popular for prayer, but less frequented by tourists than others, the grounds are beautifully maintained and tranquil while signage in English allows visitors to learn the story. Heavy in marble with pink tones the complex also contains the mausoleum of Prince Mehmet. read more

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Stunning and elegant. Truly a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture at its finest. Visit to contemplate, admire and soak in the details and history. This is one of the most underrated mosque in the city, no tourist crowd makes it even more peaceful. read more

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