We visited Eyüp Sultan Mosque when we made our way to Chora Church. It's not right next door, but it's in generally the same area of the city (the two sites are about ten minutes apart from one another), and we were staying in the Kadirga neighborhood near Sultanhamet. So we took the train to visit Eyüp Sultan Mosque. This was once the site where the Sultan of the realm would be granted their authority, akin to a coronation. The current mosque has been here only since the early 1800s, but there has been a holy place on this site since the 15th. When the site was rebuilt in the 19th century, it was built in the Baroque style. The mosque's namesake, Eyüp Sultan, is thought to have perished in the 7th century; there is a mausoleum on the grounds that is his final resting place. This mosque is one of the holiest sites in Islam, as Abu Ayyub al-Ansari--whose name is translated to Eyüp Ensari in Turkish--was a close friend of the Prophet Muhammed. Additionally, there are personal items belonging to the Prophet located here. The tomb of Sokollu Mehmet Pasa, after whom an eponymous mosque is named in Kadirga, is also located at this site. Besides being a very sacred site for Muslims, this is in general a more conservative neighborhood. As with any mosque, you should remember to bring your scarf to cover yourself or be prepared to use one that they have here. read more

This is one of the most important mosques for the Muslim world, considered as one of the pilgrimage sights. It's located in Eyüp neighborhood which is a very traditional one therefore you'll see more conservative families. The mosque and the Mausoleum are recently restored. When you go inside you have to take your shoes off and put in the provided plastic bags. Ladies should cover their head, shoulders, legs, as usual in any mosque. You can take photos inside. There are several old Ottoman cemeteries around. Also don't forget to visit Pierre Loti cafeteria up on the hill. Note that this mosque is always full of people and it may get extremely crowded especially during religious holidays or on Fridays. Therefore I'd suggest to visit early in the morning in order to take better photos and have a less caotic enviroment. read more

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