Bayezid II Mosque, Amasya explained

Bayezid II Mosque
Native Name:Amasya İkinci Beyazıt Külliyesi
Native Name Lang:tr
Religious Affiliation:Islam
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Municipality:Amasya
Country:Turkey
Map Type:Turkey
Map Size:220px
Map Relief:yes
Coordinates:40.65°N 35.827°W
Architecture Type:mosque
Architecture Style:Ottoman
Year Completed:1486
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Minaret Quantity:2
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The Bayezid II Mosque (tr|Amasya İkinci Beyazıt Külliyesi) 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]

Notes and References

  1. Turkey, Verity Campbell, page 471, 2007
  2. Turkey, Verity Campbell, page 471, 2007