Taksim Mosque: An Introduction to Istanbul’s 21st Century Buildings!

When we talk about Istanbul, we talk about its thousands of years of history and the palaces and artifacts from empires such as the Ottoman and Byzantine Empires it hosted.

Taksim Mosque is Istanbul’s 21st. one of the works of the century. A newer building, recently opened. This means that there is another place to visit in Istanbul for magnificent travelers. Now, away from political and similar discussions, How to get to Taksim Mosque, which we can call the new member of Istanbul tourism, visiting hours, architecture I will give information about its features, etc.

Information About Taksim Mosque

Taksim Mosque has actually been the subject of various political debates in terms of its architectural suitability for Taksim, etc., since the beginning of the 2000s. A mosque whose construction started in 2017 and opened for worship in June 2021.

It is located at the junction of Istiklal Street and Taksim Square.. Basically, a new mosque style was tried to be revealed with an architectural style also called Art Deco.. In fact, we can say that our country is blended with the classical domed mosque understanding. It is also possible to find traces of the Seljuk period.

Taksim Mosque General View and Courtyard Details

How to Go to Taksim Mosque?

There is no need to even answer the question of where Taksim Mosque is It is located in Taksim Square and you can easily see this majestic structure from any part of the square.

They will go directly to Taksim Mosque’ should reach. You can also reach Taksim by M2 Yenikapı-Taksim-Hacıosman metro.

Taksim Mosque General View

If you are coming from the Anatolian or European side by Marmaray, from Yenikapı, if you are coming by Metrobus, from Mecidiyeköy from Taksim You can transfer to the metro. It is also possible to reach Taksim from Kabataş by funicular.

You can also walk to Taksim Mosque in nice weather from Eminönü, Karaköy and Beşiktaş. strong>

Taksim Mosque Visiting Hours and Entrance Fee?

Since I see that Taksim Mosque is also mentioned as Taksim Masjid from time to time, I would like to mention this name and enter the subject of visitation.. Taksim Mosque is operated as a mosque that is open to normal worship.

So you can perform your time, holiday, etc. prayers here.. Naturally, entrance to Taksim Mosque is free.

Taksim Mosque Domes and Courtyard

Taksim Mosque Construction – History

As you know, Taksim Mosque is a newly opened building.. So it doesn’t have much of a history.. But 21. I can say that since the beginning of the century, it has been in the middle of various discussions about the place, the style and the environment in which it will be built. The reason for this, of course, is that it was built at a point that can be considered the heart of Istanbul.

As a result of all these developments, Taksim Mosque was opened for worship in 2021 with the construction that started in 2017.

Taksim Mosque Under Construction / @Sabri Aydemir

Taksim Mosque Through the Eyes of a Tourist

I’m actually trying to deal with the more touristic side of work in Görkemliyollar. We can be tourists in the city we live in.. All over the world, religious buildings are in fact a favorite of tourists. I find it very enjoyable to discover buildings that display magnificent details and architectural features along with their religious nature.

Now, the architectural features of Taksim Mosque, calligraphy Let’s examine the details such as the writings and places to visit

Architectural Features of Taksim Mosque

• The length of its minarets is 61 meters.
• It is possible to see traces of Classical Beyoğlu architecture, Art Deco and Seljuk architectures.. (Watch from outside )
• The diameter of the main dome is 28 meters and it was 9 meters above the ground.
• The roof and domes were coated using a special zinc titanium alloy material.
• In addition, the marbles on the façades consist of a special stone called Aero Cream, specially selected from the quarries of Demre and Bursa.
• The architects of the building are Şefik Birkiye and Selim Dalaman.

From the Courtyard of Taksim Mosque

The Calligraphy of the Mosque

• The Mosque has calligraphy works of Calligrapher Nakkaş Adem Turan and Calligrapher Davut Bektaş.
• Surah Fatiha in the center of the main dome,
• Surah Al-i Imran in the drum of the main dome,
• Sura Ihlas in the center of the entrance dome,
• On the main door, it is possible to see verses from Surah Nisa.. (There are verses I haven’t counted yet, I say go check it out )

Squares from Taksim Mosque / Those Who Say How to Get to Taksim Mosque Read the Article Thoroughly

Important Details of Taksim Mosque

• There are Seljuk motifs on the ceiling and floor coverings at the entrance of the mosque
• It is possible to find Art Deco and Seljuk elements along with the classical mosque understanding.
• In the mosque, there is a carpet specially woven for the Taksim Mosque in Manisa.
• The mosque, which has an 8.5-meter-long mihrab, has the inscriptions Esma’ül Hüsna and Word-i Tawhid on the mihrab. .
• Lights up Taksim Mosque with 60 chandeliers in total. (I couldn’t count them all, but there are quite a few )
• In terms of engineering, it is the first mosque built with the system called “top-down”. In this way, it was aimed to be built with minimum damage during its construction. ( I am learning new things as a civil engineer )
• Taksim Mosque is a cosmopolitan one as it is next to the Aya Triada Greek Orthodox Church. We can say that it is located in the environment.

Taksim Mosque Dome and Details

Places to Visit in Taksim Mosque

• Digital Islamic Library (a library has been established together with the mosque, you can visit it) )
• Exhibition Hall and Library (we can see it with various events in the exhibition hall in the future)
• The Courtyard of the Mosque (details in the courtyard are worth exploring)

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• Special calligraphy works in the interior
• The Hagia Triada and Surp Armenian Catholic Churches Around

Taksim Mosque ‘My Travel Suggestions for Where to Go

• I say choose a day when you think it won’t be crowded Because it’s pretty crowded right now…
• If you want to examine the details, please review the information here first.
• Don’t forget to take a tour in Istiklal with Taksim Mosque.
• Sit in the courtyard and see the mosque closely. Take a look at its dome and minarets.
• Don’t expect a Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Be open to innovations, for example, the mosque I saw in Abu Dhabi was a very interesting and new mosque.. You can check my Abu Dhabi travel notes here.

Taksim Mosque Interior and Fountains Outside

I tried to briefly share all the details of Taksim mosque with you.. I tried to describe the information of the building by visiting it myself and passing it through my filter.. Now it’s time to answer a few short questions

Is Taksim Mosque Open?: Yes Taksim Mosque has been opened as of June 2021 and is open for visits and worship.. You can visit and visit Taksim Mosque at any time of the day.

When was the first prayer held in Taksim Mosque?: The first prayer was held on May 28, 2021 in Taksim Mosque. This is also recorded as the opening date of the mosque.

Who Built Taksim Mosque?: I am answering this question because it is asked frequently 21. We live in the 19th century, it can be explained as a public work built by the State of the Republic of Turkey, that is, by all of us.

Taksim Mosque on the Map

Now, for those who say “Where is Taksim Mosque, how to get there”, the map I will show it on it too;

Yes, in this way, the 21st century of Istanbul. I am ending my article on Taksim Mosque, which is one of the works of the 19th century.. I tried to answer your questions such as how to get to Taksim Mosque, where to visit, what are the architectural details, visiting hours, etc..

If you have any questions about Taksim Mosque, please do not hesitate to ask in the comment section below Enjoy them all I am answering I recommend you to read my article about Balat, the historical district of Istanbul, along with this article.. I suggest you check out Çamlıca Tower, another of the century’s buildings, here is my post, love to everyone!

Continuation of the article: Balat Travel Guide: Always Colorful

Çamlıca Tower: Panorama Istanbul from 587 Meters!

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