Muslim man washing his feet before entering the mosque
Scout’s turn
Clothing hooks above the faucets
Threshold worn by centuries of worshipers
Chandelier
Mosque carpet, patterned to help people position themselves efficiently when praying. The Süleyman mosque can accommodate up to 10,000 people at one time.
Central dome
Semi dome
Arch detail w/ Arabic calligraphy
Two visitors having a chat
View of the Galata tower from the side window
Cemetery out back
View of Asia and the Bosphorus from behind the Mosque
Keeping an eye on things
Empty courtyard at closing time
View of the mosque from the ferry to Kadaköy (across the Bosphorus)
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Nice photos – I especially like the last one at night.
Thanks, Lauren!
amazing photos renee! it’s stunning.
Why thank you, Elaine. The mosque was designed by Sinan, the Ottoman empire’s greatest architect. It’s now clear to me why he deserves that title.
Thanks for the pictures. Beautiful colors … Betti
Thank you, Betti.
I prefer to visit Süleymaniye over Sultanahmet. It was closed for restoration when we were there last year so I’m looking forward to going there again this time. It’s more peaceful up there and I love the views of the Bosphorus from the gardens. Great photos, by the way.
Julia
Thanks, Julia. Mark and I both agree with your preference for Suleiman. The Blue Mosque is lovely, but Suleiman seems like better overall design. And yes, that view is a stunner!
Great photos! You sure captured the place. My favourite one is the last shot with the mosque lit up at dusk.
Cheers, Jenn.
Cheers, Jenn.