Millions of people visit Türkiye every year to experience its beautiful culture, living history and sacred architecture. Historical mosques offer all of this — and more.
We are a group of young university students who have welcomed visitors from all around the world since 2018, offering free presentations about the mosques, their history, and Islam. Our aim is to bring cultures together and answer your questions with open hearts.
A selection of the most important mosques to visit, each a masterpiece of Ottoman art, faith and history.
The Arab Mosque is located in the Karaköy quarter of Beyoglu district in Istanbul. Even though it is diff…
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Construction of Beyazıt Mosque was initiated by the 8th sultan of the empire, Bayezid II. Pronunciation of the…
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Construction of the Blue Mosque began in 1609, with the enthusiastic support of Sultan Ahmed I. The location w…
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The construction of Bezmialem Valide Sultan Mosque was started by the order of Bezmiâlem Valide Sultan, who pl…
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Turkey's most sacred mosque, the Eyüp Sultan Mosque, is located on the southern coast of Halic (the Golden Hor…
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In 1462, nine years after the conquest of Istanbul, Mehmed the Conqueror ordered the construction of a mosque …
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From the oneness of Allah and the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to the Qur'an and the call to prayer.
Stories on Islamic culture, Ottoman history and life in Istanbul, written by our volunteers.
22 Oct 2026
ASHAB AL-SUFFAH
23 Sep 2026
Discover why Muslims use the word Allah, its linguistic roots in Arabic, and how it translates to the concept of God
28 Aug 2026
THE MESSAGE OF THE QUR’AN: WORK ETHICS
20 Aug 2026
ASMA BİNT ABU BAKR
01 Aug 2026
WONDERS OF TÜRKİYE TURKISH TILES
22 Jul 2026
PRAYERS FROM THE QUR’AN: THE STRAIGHT PATH
Thank you for the presentation! It is awesome. In my country we don't have this and it is sad. Thanks again.
This was one of the best history classes we have ever had in our journey and lives. Thanks a lot.
Very interesting and informative. You answered a lot of questions I had about the Muslim faith. Thanks.
A very welcoming and informative way to start my visit to the beautiful Blue Mosque. Thank you.
Our volunteers at the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and New Mosque are ready to welcome you — free presentations, information and guided support.
