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Sultan Ahmed's 1616 imperial mosque — six minarets, a cascade of half-domes, and 20,000 hand-painted İznik tiles that give it the 'Blue' nickname.
Overview
Completed in 1616 for Sultan Ahmed I, this six-minaret imperial mosque stands directly opposite Hagia Sophia across the Sultanahmet Meydanı. Its interior is lined with 20,000 hand-painted İznik ceramic tiles — the source of the 'Blue Mosque' nickname — and lit by 260 stained-glass windows. Free to enter; use the visitor entrance on the south side, remove shoes, and dress modestly (headscarves are lent on-site). Closed to visitors during the five daily prayers.
Highlights
- Six minarets (rare imperial privilege)
- 20,000 hand-painted İznik tiles
- 260 stained-glass windows
- Free entry, closed during prayers
- Headscarves lent at the door
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