Faith / Mosque
Hacı Özbek Mosque
İznik, Bursa
One of the oldest Ottoman mosques whose date is known for certain, with an inscription dated 1333.
Its story
According to the inscription above its door, Hacı Özbek Mosque was built in 1333; for this reason it is counted among the earliest Ottoman mosques whose date is known for certain. The small, single-domed, square-plan building reflects early Ottoman building technique with its alternating stone-and-brick walls. Its original portico was demolished in the 20th century during road-widening works. Despite its modest appearance, it is an important stop for understanding the beginnings of Ottoman architectural history. It is a few minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia in the town center.
Key facts
- Plan
- Single-domed square plan
- Built
- 1333
- Admission
- Free
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
- Quiet
Location
40.42932, 29.72319
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hac%C4%B1_%C3%96zbek_Camii | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haji_%C3%96zbek_Mosque | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q5637427