Changes After Construction
The mosque fell into disrepair over time in the 19th century and was renovated in 1913.
Although some elements of the original structure have been preserved, the mosque has been largely rebuilt.
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The mosque was built by the order of Sultan Mahmud I in the Bebek neighborhood on the shores of the Bosphorus and was named Hümayun-u Abad. The name means “tranquil” and “merry”.
The mosque, which sees the panorama of the Bosphorus, is considered one of the most beautiful mosques in Istanbul..
An example of the classical Ottoman architecture, the mosque is a simple structure that integrates with the natural beauty of its region.
The mosque is notable both as a center for worship and as a stopover for those strolling alongside the Bosphorus.
Over time, renovation works have been carried out to preserve the mosque, and it is still in active use today..
