Seferikethüda Mosque

Seferikethüda Mosque

Year Built
Although the exact date is unknown, it underwent significant repairs in the 19th century.
Commissioned By
According to the foundation records, the builder is Abdüllatif Efendi, but according to the tradition it is Sefer Kethüda.
Architect
Unknown
Location
Beyoglu
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Changes After Construction

  1. Its roof, which collapsed in 1874, was rebuilt.

  2. In 1974, a restroom, a two-storey lodging, an ablution fountain and a gasilhane (a place where the dead is being washed according to the Islamic rituals) were added to the mosque.

  3. It is known that the minaret underwent restoration at regular intervals.

Featured Highlights

  • It was built on a land of 86 m².

  • It has masonry walls and a wooden roof.

  • Next to the minaret of the mosque, there is a fountain of high artistic value.

  • In the mosque's inscription, Abdüllatif Efendi's name is mentioned as the second founder.

  • A bridge was built in front of the mosque to facilitate the passage of people.

  • It is also known as Bostaniçi Mosque.

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