Merzifonlu Kara Mustafa Paşa Mosque

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Construction Year:

1666-1679

Location:

Zeytinburnu,İstanbul

Ordered by:

Merzifonlu Kara Mustafa Pasha (Grand Vizier during the reign of Mehmed IV)

Architects:

Unknown

- Changes after its construction
  • It underwent extensive repairs in 1780
  • It is stated that it was originally an elevated, upper-storey planned building, but lost this feature as a result of subsequent repairs
  • It was restored by Zeytinburnu Municipality between 2011-2015.
- Prominent features
  • It is also known as the “Kasaplar Masjid” and “İskele Masjid”
  • It was built in the 17th century classical Ottoman architectural tradition
  • It offers a simple, solid appearance from the outside with its stone walls and tile roof
  • The brick body of the minaret is painted red, it is cylindrical and has a single balcony
  • The interior is simply furnished with wooden flooring and railings
  • The historical personality of Merzifonlu Kara Mustafa Pasha gives the mosque a special importance.