Ottoman Architecture
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Islamic History
Rauf Pasha Namazgah in Erzurum: A Prayer Site, Not a Tomb
The 1823 Rauf Pasha Namazgah in Erzurum is often mistaken for a tomb. Its mihrab stone and motifs show it…
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Islamic History
Ottoman Heritage in the Balkans: 13 Works Documented
A Turkish project documented 13 Ottoman-era works across six Balkan countries, from Mostar Bridge to Gazi Husrev-beg Library, for a…
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Art & Culture
Ladik Wooden Mosque Saved From a Baker’s Oven in 2010
A 300-year-old Ladik wooden mosque sold to a baker for firewood was saved and rebuilt in Ambarköy Open-Air Museum, says…
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Art & Culture
Süleymaniye Mosque Restoration Reveals Hidden Jars in Dome
The Süleymaniye Mosque restoration in Istanbul uncovered hidden acoustic jars in Sinan's dome, plus original paintwork and a rare metal-backed…
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Islamic History
Suleymaniye Complex in Damascus Nears Reopening After Restoration
The Ottoman Suleymaniye Complex in Damascus is over 95% restored. Here is its history as a Mimar Sinan pilgrim stop…
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Islamic History
Leonardo da Vinci’s Visionary Bridge for the Ottoman Empire: A Renaissance Marvel That Was Never Built
In 1502, during the height of the Renaissance, one of history’s greatest minds, Leonardo da Vinci, made a bold proposition…
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Islamic History
Haji Özbek Mosque: A Landmark of Early Ottoman Architecture
The Historic Haji Özbek Mosque: A Glimpse into Ottoman Architectural Beginnings Located in İznik, Turkey, the Haji Özbek Mosque (Hacı…
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Art & Culture
Historical Baths of Istanbul – Ottoman Hammams and Baths
Discover the Architectural Beauty of Turkish Hammams Turkish hammams have been an essential part of Ottoman and Turkish culture for…
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