Mustafa Kavsar Baba Mosque
Changes After Its Construction:
- In 1713, the mosque was repaired by the grandson of Mustafa Dede, but over time it fell into neglect and became dilapidated.
- In 1841, it was restored under the patronage of Bezmialem Valide Sultan, mother of Sultan Abdülmecid; the inscription documenting this restoration was placed on the minaret base.
- The historic structure was renovated again in 1998, achieving its current form.
- In the most recent restoration carried out in 2021, the mosque continued to preserve its original character and historical fabric.
Prominent Features:
- A single-minaret, single-balcony, plain structure; it is a small classical mosque with a square plan and flat roof.
- Inscriptions documenting the restorations of 1713 and 1841, as well as the Qur’anic inscription above the mihrab, are still preserved.
- The 2021 restoration adopted an architectural style faithful to its historical essence, using wooden materials and emphasizing a “home-like” feeling.
- The türbe bearing its founder’s name is located directly adjacent to the mosque.
- With a capacity of 250 worshippers, the mosque also includes residential quarters and separate ablution fountains for men and women, meeting modern needs.
