Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya)
Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya) | |
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Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya) | |
Basic information | |
Location | Amasya, Turkey |
Affiliation | Islam |
Region | Central Anatolia |
Architectural description | |
Architectural type | Mosque |
Architectural style | Islamic, Ottoman architecture |
Completed | 1486 |
Specifications | |
Minaret(s) | 2 |
Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya) is a historical 15th century Mosque in Amasya, Turkey.[1] The mosque was built in 1486 by order of the Ottoman sultan Bayezid II, it is the largest Külliye of the city.
Building
The Mosque has an inverse T plan of the Bursa type mosques, the prayer hall is covered by two domes. It has a portico covered by five domes and two minarets with one balcony. The mosque is part of a larger complex (Külliye) which consists of a Madrasa (Islamic school), fountain, Imaret (public charity kitchen) and a library.[2]
Coordinates: 40°39′00″N 35°49′37″E / 40.650°N 35.827°E
Sources
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