Sultan Ahmed Mosque - an unforgettable Green Mosque
Sultan Ahmed Mosque is the most unique in the world with its sophisticated design like the Blue Mosque creating an important highlight for Istanbul.
Learn about the Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Born in the 17th century from 1609 - 1616, this famous masterpiece was built in Istanbul under King Ahmed I. After the war with Persia God was very angry that the Ottoman army at that time not only could not gain anything but suffered after the signing of the Zsitvatorok treaty. Therefore, this church was built for the purpose of defusing that wrath.
Beginning in construction, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque spent so much of the imperial treasury that there was no money left to do other things. The ambition to build this place becomes a typical Islamic architecture and a major religious center. And soon after it was completed, it stunned the world about its magnificence as well as beauty.
Photo: @jonrouxTalking about the selection of the site of this church has a lot of special features, in part this is the old foundation that the Byzantine emperor palace had placed before. In front is also the most famous Hagia Sophia church at that time. Another part used to be the location of the Great Palace, or the old horse racing arena. Shows the extremely large and special scale of this church.
Impressive masterpiece architecture
The main material to build the Sultan Ahmed Mosque is the familiar stone and marble in the famous traditional Ottoman buildings. Byzantine association in modern Christian churches. Outside is surrounded by stone walls, from a distance can clearly see 4 large towers and 2 small towers around. Along with that is the dome system that is stratified to be extremely different and unique.
Like other churches, this place is divided into areas for the cathedral of prayers, the relief camp, the theological school and especially the grave of the creator of this church. Go to the front and you will see a large courtyard, the highlight of which is the hexagonal fountain. Next, there is the entrance to the main gate, which is quite small and unobtrusive but is very noticeable with the well-designed dome.
Undergoing many changes, however, if you come to the mosque in the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, you will also have to recognize that this place is a true peak of art. Not only in terms of design or arrangement, each carved line of the church is always a typical model of an art museum. As well as creating overwhelming attraction for tourists once they have witnessed it.
The most typical is the large cathedral area, with a prayer room that can accommodate 10,000 people. The reason this place is also known as the Blue Mosque is because most of the tiles are inlaid with a jade green color, even the terrace is painted green. The cathedral is also exceptionally high, when you look up you will see the roof is stratified according to the domed structure like elephant feet.
The upper roof of the large Sultan Ahmed mosque surrounds the lower part divided into 3 lower floors, connected by large pillars. The decoration is equally special with more than 2,000 blue stones made of handmade ceramic, drawing tulips above in many sophisticated nuances. From top to bottom is the combination of tradition and modernity, creating an outstanding harmony.
Around you can also see more than 200 interlaced glass windows, some with unique patterned stickers. Just creating a brightness that every time the sunlight shines on, the reflected light rays are even more shimmering. The most special is the floating round chandeliers made of crystal that bring a special atmosphere to the church.
The chandeliers with gentle golden light help light up the entire mosque of the Sultan Ahmed Mosque without spending hours on candles. It also helps the worshipers who come to the ceremony as well as the tourists feel warmer. The floor is lined with traditional Turkish carpets, part of the church, partly donated by devotees. The beauty is so attractive that you will think you are lost in a castle in some fairy tale.
Besides, do not forget to visit the shrine area of St. Sepulchre - the founder of this great masterpiece for humanity. The temple was built with marble materials, meticulous sculpture. The walls are more rustic because the terracotta is covered, the solemn landscape is an important part of the church's structure.
Sultan Ahmed Mosque masterpiece combined by Christianity with the image of God Giesu, mother Mary and Muslim material harmoniously create majesty but also very soft. It seems that they are not related but closely connected with each other. Makes this mosque create a great attraction for those who love to travel to Turkey every time they come to Istanbul.
Photo: @ hello.diNotes when visiting the Sultan Ahmed church
- You will not have to pay for the entrance to this church. Tourists who come here between May and September are advised to enter from the north gate area. And the main gate area only allows Muslims to enter through this gate.
- The Sultan Ahmed Mosque is open daily from 9:00 - 18:00 except Friday noon and 5 prayers if anyone is not a Muslim, it will not be allowed to enter.
- In the summer, visitors will admire the shimmering performances in the church and especially learn about the history here through vivid explanations.
- Before entering the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, everyone must put their shoes in plastic bags and leave them outside. Women entering the church are required to wear headscarves provided at the entrance. It is strictly forbidden to open the flash while taking pictures.
- To get to this Blue Mosque you can take the tram line to Sultanahmet or take the subway to the city center and then get off a short walk.
As one of the countries with the largest Muslim population in the world, it is not surprising that we come across many monumental churches in Turkey. Among them, the Sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque also plays an important role as an outstanding and attractive destination that everyone wants to see once.
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