The Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque

4.7 /5
(115,124 reviews)

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Cankurtaran, At Meydanı Cd No:7, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Monica Echeverria

Monica Echeverria

★ 5 3 weeks ago

The Blue Mosque is absolutely stunning and one of those places that really makes you pause and take it all in. From the outside it’s already impressive, and once inside, the atmosphere feels calm, elegant, and deeply spiritual. The blue tiles, the light filtering through the windows, and the scale of the space are simply beautiful. It’s located in a large, lively square with food carts, a beautiful fountain, and green areas where you can sit, relax, and enjoy the surroundings. This makes the visit even nicer—you can take your time before or after going inside, grab something to eat, and just soak in the vibe of the area. Dress code is important, but everything is handled in a very organized and respectful way. If you don’t have appropriate clothing, there are options available at the entrance, so it’s stress-free. Even though it’s a very popular spot, it doesn’t feel chaotic—you can move around calmly and really enjoy the space. Overall, it’s not just a must-see monument, but a full experience. Peaceful, impressive, and perfectly integrated into the life of the city.

Zakaria M

Zakaria M

★ 5 3 weeks ago

Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) is one of Istanbul’s most breathtaking landmarks. The architecture is stunning, with its elegant domes, six minarets, and beautiful blue Iznik tiles inside. The atmosphere is peaceful and awe-inspiring, especially outside prayer times. Built between 1609 and 1616 during the reign of Sultan Ahmed I, the mosque remains an active place of worship and a powerful symbol of Ottoman architecture. A must-visit for anyone exploring Istanbul’s history and culture. U can Friday prayers inside it’s amazing! Women can also do Friday prayers. A common etiquette when taking ur wuduk is after wipe the feet with cloth or tissue so that it won’t be soggy socks when u enter as it can be smelly to others. Hygiene is an islam practice and we should do so for the comfort of others as well. I’ve visited many mosques before and this mosque is absolutely beautiful and u can see the history on each inch of its architecture. And I also attach one of the beautiful sound of AZAN the calm of prayers in the video for your ears to hear one day urself Insha Allah

munsif mohamed

munsif mohamed

★ 5 2 weeks ago

The Blue Mosque is an amazing place to visit in Istanbul. The people there are very nice, and everything is well maintained and well organized. The architecture is beautiful, and the atmosphere inside is calm and peaceful. I was lucky to pray Dhuhr salah here, which was a very special experience for me. I also really liked that non-Muslims are welcome to visit inside the mosque, except during prayer times, which is very respectful and well managed. One of the highlights of my Istanbul trip. Highly recommended. If you want it simpler English or even more casual, I can make it sound more relaxed

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