Samani Virani Sani Mosque

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Construction Year:

15th century

Location:

Fatih, İstanbul

Ordered by:

Saman Virani Hoca Sinan

Architects:

Unknown

- Changes after its construction
  • It underwent restoration in 1885.
  • Renovations were made on June 19, 1887.
- Prominent features
  • It is also known as “Saman Emini Sani Mosque” or “Çukur Çeşme Mosque”.
  • The entrance to the mosque is through the gap between the shops.
  • It is surrounded by buildings on all sides except the entrance.
  • Its interior area is 90m² and the wall thickness is 60 cm.
  • It is made of masonry and has a wooden roof.
  • It receives light from 21 windows, and its ceiling and upper gallery are made of wood, as
    are the minbar and the preacher’s pulpit.
  • The mihrab is covered with marble.
  • The single-balconied minaret in the right corner is made of brick and is short.