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What to See Nearby

You visited the Eyup Sultan Mosque and the tomb of Ebu Eyyub el-Ensari, but your tour to explore this fantastic complex isn't over yet. You can also see other parts of the Eyup Sultan Complex and explore other vital places in the surrounding area. 

In the early days, the mosque was the center of a large social complex, which included various structures such as a madrasa, soup kitchen, and bath. Over time, the madrasa may have been demolished, possibly while the existing mosque was being rebuilt, but a large part of the bathhouse has survived to the present day and is still in use. This historical bath structure, known as Eyup Sultan Tomb Bath Museum, is one of the essential structures from the past to the present. Around the mosque are various cemeteries and charitable institutions from the Ottoman period. Here are other tourist spots to visit:

Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Madrasah: Located next to the Eyup Sultan Mosque, this madrasah is one of the essential works of the Ottoman period. The madrasa offers a peaceful environment and allows visitors to relax and meditate in a historical atmosphere.

Mihrisah Sultan Tomb: Located in the Eyup Sultan Mosque complex, the Mihrisah Sultan Tomb attracts attention with its baroque style. Ottoman Sultan III. This mausoleum, where Selim's mother, Mihrisah Sultan, is buried, dazzles with its architectural elegance.

Adile Sultan Tomb: This tomb, located close to the mosque, was built by Sultan II and belongs to Mahmud's daughter, Adile Sultan. The tomb offers visitors a historical journey.

Suleiman the Magnificent Fountain: Located in front of Eyup Sultan Mosque, this fountain dates from the period of Suleiman the Magnificent. It is one of the city's historical water structures, attracting attention with its elegant stone quality and decorations.

Pierre Loti Hill: Located on a hill overlooking the Eyüp district, Pierre Loti Hill offers a panoramic view of Istanbul. Visitors can also observe the view around the Eyup Sultan Mosque, which is a popular visit point.

Eyup Sultan Mosque
  1. Introduction
  2. History of the Eyup Sultan Mosque
  3. Architecture of the Eyup Sultan Mosque
  4. About the Tomb of Ebu Eyyub el-Ensari
  5. What to See Nearby
  6. Conclusion