An stunning looking Mosque in Uskadar. Located in close proximity to the ferry terminal, it was…read morebuilt in the mid 1500s While we were there you could easily hear the call to prayer. As these are active places of worship we did not want to disturb the prayers and simply viewed it from the street. On the far side of the mosque there is a steep stair case leading along the wall. In addition to a small entrance there is also a small cemetery with old headstones. It also was a great spot to catch the setting sun

A beautiful peace of art built close to the pier of Üsküdar, that's why it's also called 'Iskele…read moreCamii'.. It's one of Üsküdar's best known landmarks.. The mosque was built by the daughter of Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent, Mihrimah Sultan.. The mosque was designed by the very famous architect Mimar Sinan.. The mosque was built between 1546 and 1548.. Mihr-i Mah means Sun and Moon..

We came here because you can't really come to Istanbul and not come here to visit. We came right…read morebefore prayer time, and it was reasonably uncrowded as I understand it. Still felt crowded to us. Women will need a headscarf, and you take off your shoes at the entrance, so keep that in mind if you tend to go without socks. It might've been a free entry, I don't actually remember. It was built in about seven or eight years, and when you look up and you see what they did in seven or eight years it's remarkable. It's an absolutely stunning building. The Stained Glass Window's are gorgeous, the tiles are amazing. It's stunning. And both a tourist attraction and active mosque.

One of the more impressive Mosques we have visited. For starters, you guessed it, it's blue in…read morecolor. The massive columns inside and the height of the ceiling stands out most of all. Remember to respect the culture by removing your shoes before entering. No men shorts and women need to cover their shoulders and head otherwise, entry will be denied. This is a must see and it's iconic and free to enter so make sure to visit it.

Beautiful new mosque next to the 'Faculty of Theology of Marmara uni' and very close to 'Capitol'…read more. The design is very unique and modern.. It has two masjids and both of them have their own style and own art... It really is an innovative and post modern mosque worth to visit..

Gulfem Hatun Mosque another stunning looking mosque in Istambul…read more once again we arrived during prayer so we did not venture in out of respect. I have to really say I am drawn to the architecture of the mosques. coupled by the friendliness of the worshipers and even the clergy we encountered