Mosques in Turkey are the symbols of the rich and varied past of Turkey. The different empires ruling Turkey have all left their impression on the architecture of the Mosques in Turkey. The beautiful and large mosques of Turkey are not only places of worship; they are living pieces of history.
The mosques built during the Seljuk empire exhibit their style with tall columns, gateways, arches, etc. The architecture of the Ottoman Empire was quite different. The interiors of the mosques built in this period are magnificently decorated.
The two most famous mosques in Turkey are the Blue Mosque and the Suleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul. The beauties of the mosques attract tourists from all parts of the world. The other important mosques in Istanbul are Eyup, Fatih, Yeni Cami, Ortakoy, Zeyrek, etc.
Anatolia also has many mosques like Murat Pasha, Omer Pasha, Divrigi Great Mosque, Isa Bey Mosque and others. Bursa in Turkey boasts of Emir Sultan Mosque and Yesil Cami Mosque.
The predominant features of mosques in Turkey are a beautiful dome and small minarets around it. Generally the number of minarets is four, but the Blue Mosque has six minarets. The interiors of the mosques have wonderful carvings that tell the story of the efficiency of the artisans of the past. The tiling and mosaics are an added charm to the interiors.
The use of colors and patterns in the inlays increases the beauty of the mosques in Turkey. The gardens and fountains adjacent to the mosques are also very beautiful.
