Mosques of Istanbul: Architecture for the Soul

Istanbul skyline featuring historic mosques, reflecting the city’s layered spiritual and architectural heritage

Some places are built to impress. Others are built to hold.

The mosques of Istanbul were designed not only for worship, but for order, calm, and care qualities that remain deeply relevant today. This section gathers long-form reflections on selected mosques, focusing on architecture, atmosphere, and the subtle ways these spaces support grounding and reflection.

Choose a mosque below to explore its story in depth.

1- Exploring the Fatih Mosque: A Journey of Spiritual and Physical Healing in Istanbul

2- The Süleymaniye Mosque: A Monument of Power, Harmony, and Healing