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Selimiye Mosque

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Selimiye Mosque

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    Location: Edirne, Turkey

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    August 16, 2025

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    The Selimiye Mosque in Edirne is one of the most important works of Ottoman architecture, designed by the renowned architect Mimar Sinan at the behest of Sultan Selim II. Construction of the mosque took place between 1568 and 1574. Sinan, who began the project at the age of 80, called the mosque his "masterpiece," culminating his lifelong quest for architectural perfection and optimal proportions.
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    The architecture of the Selimiye Mosque is considered a pinnacle of classical Ottoman style. Some notable features include:
    The dome: Sinan's most significant architectural achievement was the enormous central dome, …
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    UNESCO World Heritage Site

    For its historical and architectural significance, the Selimiye Mosque, along with its social complex (külliye), was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2011. The complex, including the mosque, a madrassa, a children's library, and other buildings, is considered one of the most harmonious examples of an Ottoman külliye.

    The Selimiye Mosque is a symbol of Ottoman architectural genius and remains one of the most impressive religious buildings in the world.
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    Elevation 120 m

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