Seferikethüda Mosque

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Construction Year:

Although the exact date is unknown, it underwent significant repairs in the 19th century.

Location:

Beyoğlu, İstanbul

Ordered by:

According to the foundation records, the builder is Abdüllatif Efendi, but according to the tradition it is Sefer Kethüda.

Architects:

Unknown

Changes After Its Construction:
  • Its roof, which collapsed in 1874, was rebuilt.
  • 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.
  • It is known that the minaret underwent restoration at regular intervals.
Prominent Features:
  • 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.