The Ortaköy Mosque is not just a place of worship, but a significant cultural and architectural landmark of Istanbul. Its stunning location on the Bosphorus, combined with its historical significance and unique architectural style, make it a must-see for anyone exploring Istanbul.

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The Ortaköy Mosque, officially known as the Büyük Mecidiye Camii, is located in the Ortaköy district of the Turkish port city of Istanbul. This neo-Baroque mosque was built between 1854 and 1856 by order of the Ottoman Sultan Abdülmecid I. It replaced an older, 18th-century mosque that stood on the same site.

After a three-year restoration, it reopened for use and visits in 2014.

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An early morning view of Bosphorus bridge and Buyuk Mecidiye Mosque. Ortakoy, Istanbul

Location: Istanbul
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1. Bosphorus Bridge – Ortaköy Mosque loop from Beşiktaş

9.10km

02:29

140m

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2. Istiklal Avenue – Dolmabahçe Clock Tower loop from Ortaköy

16.0km

04:23

250m

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3. Bosphorus Bridge – Ortaköy Mosque loop from Arnavutköy

12.1km

03:19

190m

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Elevation 30 m

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1. Bosphorus Bridge – Ortaköy Mosque loop from Beşiktaş

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3. Bosphorus Bridge – Ortaköy Mosque loop from Arnavutköy

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