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Suleymaniye Mosque

Mimar Sinan Cd, Suleymaniye Mh, Istanbul, Turkey
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As featured in 3 days in Istanbul
Ranked #4 of 584 attractions in Istanbul
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Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
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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Boston, Massachusetts
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46 reviews 46 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

We liked this mosque better than the crowded Blue Mosque. The architecture is stunning. We didn't feel as rushed as we lingered because there weren't as many tour groups at this one. The garden with the mausoleums was not open and we were sorry to miss this attraction since our tour book had recommended it. Next time...

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

We didn't intend to visit, but the cheating cab driver dropped us off there instead of the Blue Mosque. Still architecturally a clean elegant place.

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Kansas City, MO
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

The Blue Mosque is an impressive piece of architecture, to say the least. That it is still an active sight of worship while maitaing its history is fantastic. As in working historic churches, I felt a bit odd snapping pictures and wandering while faithful were praying. The interior tile work is masterful. It is a bit obscured by all the... More

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Flagstaff, Arizona
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73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

No crowds here and different than the opulent Rustem Pasha tiled mosque. No tiles here, just elegant architectural lines and calm.

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Prayed my afternoon prayers here.. I think it is better than the blue mosque very quiet for a large mosque. Inside is breathtaking. Absolutely magnificent!

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Fribourg, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Absolutely beautiful. Not that many people. Nice and peaceful area, with lots of green. Our favorite mosque.

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Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

The so-called blue mosque opposite the Aya Sofia is a wonderful place to visit. Entrance is free, just make sure you dont go around prayer times. Men to wear long trousers, and women to be fully covered with a head scarf and long pants / skirts (my skirt was mid-calf, and it was fine).

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Wonderful, the most beautiful and peaceful mosque we visited in Istanbul! It was the best surprise of the trip.

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evergem
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

This place is as big as the blue mosque, but so much more easy going...there is no crowd, no waiting lines, no herds of tourists. But the mosque is as nice, and the surroundings are very peacefull. It s a steep way to the entrance, but it is worth the efforts!

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Balsall Common
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

While its a must for any tourist visit to Istanbul, the image from the outside is more striking than the vast interior which is very sparse and uninteresting as it's a muslim mosque.

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