Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Camii

About

Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Camii is a place of worship located in the Fatih district of İstanbul, Türkiye. It was constructed in the 16th century by Mimar Sinan. The mosque is situated on the remnants of an ancient Roman cistern, showcasing Sinan's ability to adapt to the terrain and utilize existing structures. The interior is adorned with İznik tiles, particularly around the mihrab and minbar, noted for their rich colors and intricate patterns. The octagonal fountain in the courtyard and its column capitals add to the mosque's aesthetic appeal.

Facts

Address

Küçük Ayasofya, Şht. Mehmetpaşa Ykş. 50a, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Coordinates

41.004749, 28.972209

District

Fatih

City

Istanbul

Category

Place of worship

Discovered on

Google Maps

Saved by users

1

First seen

2026-03-14

This place on social media

Frequently asked questions

Nearby places

Garden 1897 Restaurant

86 m

Ziya Baba Türk Mutfağı Slow food Kebap Dürüm Anatolian brekfast Cheap food Helal food A

120 m

istanbul Anatolian Cuisine

152 m

Hidden Garden Restaurant Sultanahmet

223 m

Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum

267 m

Sultanahmet Square

342 m

The Rabbit Hole Coffee Sultanahmet

56 m

daRoute Coffee

159 m