Isa Bey Mosque
Isa Bey Mosque
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8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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This fine example of Seljukian architecture was purposely built with an asymmetrical style along with several Ottoman style elements, which are revealed in the turquoise and blue faience mosaics.
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jajavalB
Lampang, Thailand3,896 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
It's just an ancient mosque downthe hill of St. John basilica and nearby ruins of temple of Artemis.it 's made of bricks with two minarets , it's just normal but included in UNESCO heritage site of St. John basilica and temple of artemis,which is only one remaining marble column.
Written February 24, 2020
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Stuart1810
Chepstow, UK202 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
We were greeted outside by a previous Iman who showed us not only his shop but pictures of himself as an Iman and meeting Prince Charles! He informed us that we would be welcome in the Mosque and what we could wear.
The Mosque was very quit and peaceful and whilst relatively plain there were lots of free books on Islam which you could take away for your education. You can go inside and clothes are provided to ensure you are covered appropriately.
Well worth a visit and a look around.
The Mosque was very quit and peaceful and whilst relatively plain there were lots of free books on Islam which you could take away for your education. You can go inside and clothes are provided to ensure you are covered appropriately.
Well worth a visit and a look around.
Written June 16, 2019
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Natalie Lee-Anne
Didim, Türkiye60 contributions
Feb 2015 • Solo
I enjoyed my visit but get the feeling that I~ would have enjoyed it more if I had employed a tour guide or taken an informative book with me
Written January 3, 2016
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harpersa80
Colchester, UK205 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
We were herded into a small garden courtyard in the mosque where we were give a short history of the building. We were not allowed to enter the mosque but could look through the door. The Women had to put on a large not very clean head scarfs. Not impressed.
Written October 6, 2015
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lady_catty
Lebanon, TN7 contributions
Mar 2012 • Friends
It's interesting for a few pictures, but hike up the hill to St. John's for a more interesting experience.
Written March 28, 2012
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CoralReef
Washington2,566 contributions
The Isabey mosque is a fine example of Seljuk architecture built in 1375, and still a working mosque. It was quite different architecturally from the mosques we saw in Istanbul.
Women were required to have their shoulders and knees covered in order to enter. There was a non-carpeted area where we could stand just inside the mosque without removing our shoes. The interior was lovely: very sparsely decorated, with lots of space, air and white walls, which perfectly set off the intricate woodwork, tiles, and gorgeous prayer rugs overlapping across the wide expanse of floor.
The mosque was very interesting architecturally, and a great opportunity to learn a little about Islam from our local guide.
Women were required to have their shoulders and knees covered in order to enter. There was a non-carpeted area where we could stand just inside the mosque without removing our shoes. The interior was lovely: very sparsely decorated, with lots of space, air and white walls, which perfectly set off the intricate woodwork, tiles, and gorgeous prayer rugs overlapping across the wide expanse of floor.
The mosque was very interesting architecturally, and a great opportunity to learn a little about Islam from our local guide.
Written June 16, 2008
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Adana Province, Türkiye780 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Amazing Anatolian kingdom menteseogullari before Ottoman Empire, külliye and mosque amazing handmade stone works and still öpen to visit amazing
Written July 24, 2021
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Carol A S
Marietta, GA4,153 contributions
Apr 2019
The İsa Bey Mosque (a.k.a. İsa Bey Camii) was constructed in 1374 by Syrian architect, Ali b. Mushaimish Dımışklıoğlu, in Seljukian style, based on the Great Mosque of Damascus. It was built on order of the Aydınoğulları emir Mehmet, a local ruler. The mosque is in a non-traditional asymmetric style, so the locations of windows, doors and domes do not match. This Seljukian style differs from the more familiar Ottoman mosques, popular after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453. The entry door to the compound is massive under intricate decorative arches and patterned tiles. Inside, the courtyard is a tranquil place; the high walls shut out the noise from Sulcuk traffic. Old Muslim tombstones line the walls, and twelve marble columns are reused from earlier ruins in Ephesus. An octagonal Seljuk türbe (tomb) made of stone and bricks with a pyramidal roof is adjacent to the mosque. In 1653 and 1668 the two minarets were damaged by earthquakes; the eastern one collapsed, and the remaining western one (with an octagonal base) was being repaired when I visited. The colonnaded porch in front of the mosque collapsed in the earthquakes as well. The mosque entrance is through three Seljukian-style arches, with grilled windows above. It is built asymmetrically on a 48m by 56-m base. The rims of its twin domes (9.4m and 8.1m in diameter) are decorated with blue and turquoise İznik (Nicaea) tiles. The interior is simple in style, much less grand than the exterior. By the 19th century, the mosque was in ruins and was used as a caravanserai (an inn with a central courtyard for travelers). The mosque was restored and reopened for prayer in 1975, with more restorations in 2005. The mosque is beautifully lit at night. It is open daily with no entry fee, although a donation is appreciated. It is an active mosque, so may be closed during prayers. As a sign of respect, modest clothing should be worn when visiting.
Written November 23, 2019
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Nmellor2
Durham, UK161 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
A good place to visit with lots of history, although you can be done within the hour as there isn't much else around. Best to get this visit included on the Ephesus/Mary's house visit.
Written July 20, 2019
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Jamal Rafat
Fort McMurray, Canada90 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
🕌 Isa bey Mosque, was built in 1375 By Sultan Mehmat son. It was badly destroyed in the earthquakes of 1653 and 68 and went through major restoration in 1975 by a 🇹🇷 foundation. Located in the serene and quiet village of #Selçuk near #Ephesus , it is still operating to this day. The call to prayer / Azan 5 times a day still echoes in this court yard which is now 800 years old.🕌.
Must visit if you are doing Ephesus, and the St. Paul Bascilla
Must visit if you are doing Ephesus, and the St. Paul Bascilla
Written May 5, 2019
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Kendi Arabasıyla gelmeyen kişiler buraya nasıl ulaşabilirler?
Written September 9, 2017
Selçuk'a otobüs veya metro ile en geç bir saatte ulaşabilirsiniz.Cami kentin içinde.Ataturk mah.St.Jean caddesi sag tarafta görebilirsiniz.Simdilerde yani sonbaharda çok keyifli Selçuk gezisinde göreceğiniz harika yerler var.İyi gezmeler.
Written September 10, 2017
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