Büyük Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque)
Changes After Construction:
- The mosque had suffered great damage in the 1894 Istanbul earthquake and had been repaired in the following years.
- It underwent an extensive restoration process between 1984 and 1986.
- The mosque was restored once again in 2011 and opened for worship in 2014.
Prominent Features:
- The mosque is one of the most well-known structures in Istanbul with its iconic location on the shores of the Bosphorus.
- It was built in the Neo-Baroque style. It stands out as a structure that combines Ottoman decorative art with the western architectural influences of the period.
- The interior has eye-catching decorations and a large area that invites the Bosphorus view inside through large windows.
- The mosque’s two minarets and high dome are important elements that complete the landscape of Istanbul when viewed from the Bosphorus.
- Sultan Abdulmejid played a major role in the construction of the mosque, paying great attention to both its architectural details and its aesthetic structure.
- Ortaköy Square, located right next to the mosque, is a popular spot for both local and foreign tourists.
