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Suleymaniye Mosque

near Istanbul University's north gate, Istanbul, Turkey
As featured in 3 days in Istanbul
Ranked #6 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 444 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Fee: No
Owner description: Famed architect Sinan built this majestic structure for one of the greatest rulers of the Ottoman Empire. Although this mosque is less ornate, there... more » Owner description: Famed architect Sinan built this majestic structure for one of the greatest rulers of the Ottoman Empire. Although this mosque is less ornate, there are many similarities between it and the Hagia Sophia since the same architect was responsible for both. « less
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antalya
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

this mosque is so beatifull and more attractive then others....secret place not so many tourists around. you should walk all around the place

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Chicago, Illinois
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Wonderful view from up here. Make sure to get a coffee or drink in "Addicts Alley" and watch the people and cats.

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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Very clear, airy, bright mosque. The views from the north wall of the mosque's boundaries is unmissable - looks out over the old town, the golden horn and bosphorous - but is a little tucked away

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Huntsville, Texas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW
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I am not Muslim but attended Friday evening prayers and was awed by the experience. Tourists and non-Muslims are welcome, as you adhere to the rules--basically, take your shoes off (women cover heads) and act like you're at church and not Disneyland.

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London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I loved the decoration on the ceilings, the mosques are stunning and beautiful to look at.

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Voorburg, The Netherlands
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Situated on a hill, this big mosque deserves a visit! For the ladies: don't forget to bring something to cover your hair.

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Vashon, WA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

This is Sinan's largest mosque and is stunning in its size and design.

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Cochabamba, Bolivia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

if you go to Istambul and just have time for one think make it this, it will worth the visit

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Calgary, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I enjoyed the delicacy and elegance of this beautiful mosque.

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Istanbul, Turkey
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Specially the columns inside and the dome is breath taking, also try to listen pray(called "ezan") when two prayers of Sultanahmet and Hagia Sophia make duet... Unforgettable...

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