Fatih Mosque

The Fatih Mosque (Turkish: Fatih Camii) is a 15th-century Ottoman mosque located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey. The mosque was commissioned by Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II and completed in 1470. It is one of the largest and most famous mosques in Istanbul. The mosque is named after the Ottoman sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, who commissioned its construction. It was the first large mosque built in Istanbul after the conquest of the city in 1453. The original architect was the Syrian architect Atik Sinan.

 

The mosque was damaged by fires in 1784 and 1868, but was subsequently restored. The Fatih Mosque has a large dome and six minarets. The interior is decorated with tiles and marble carvings. The mosque is also famous for its unique call to prayer, which includes a long "a-o-a-u-u-a" chant. The Fatih Mosque is open to visitors every day.