Rustem Pasha mosque is built by architect Mimar Sinan. The mosque has the most beautiful classical iznik tiles from 16 the century.

little gem of architecture. not easy to find but one of the most beautiful mosques in Istambul. unique place of the turquoise colors

The Rustem Pasha Mosque in Istanbul has a very interesting and fascinating history. It was built on the funds of the Ottoman Vizier - the wife of the daughter of Sultan Suleyman the First - Mihrimakhom. Every tourist who ever visits this mosque can confidently...More

I've seen this mosque before and loved it, but when I asked the shop keeper at street level how long it would be closed, he said, "Five years - major repairs." I don't know how official that is, but it was definitely locked up tight.

I wanted to see the beautiful Iznik tiles of this mosque, but the mosque had been under restoration and the whole building was covered with grey cloths. I don't know when the restoration is over. What is certain is that you cannnot see the beautiful...More

Actually visited in October 2015 but the date column doesn't go back that much. Anyway, I think this is my most fav one of the many mosques I've seen in Turkey. There's nothing special about it looking from the outside. Just a small, grey like...More

Come for the tiles, stay for the chandeliers. This hidden treasure is well worth a visit (there is a bit of construction starting now, though). The blues are stunning. The old tiles are beautiful.

A smaller, older mosque across the Galata Bridge which is not as popular as the other more grander mosques but inside it is famous for its tiles. You will see the mosque listed in guide books and is worth seeking out.

Beautifully designed and built. The exterior is exquisite and the interior very comfortable and pleasant. Such peace and harmony.

big mosque facing the galata bridge after long walk in uskudar we came back to eminonu and was time for prayer we did and you get out very fresh to continue the walk to the amazing street