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Located in the center of Edirne, the Şah Melek Mosque is one of the important religious structures of the Ottoman period.

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The Şah Melek Mosque is located in the Şah Melek neighborhood in the center of Edirne. The mosque was built in 1429 by Şah Melek Pasha, one of the important statesmen who lived during the reign of Murad II. Şah Melek Pasha was also a personality who left many charitable works in Edirne and contributed to the city's development. The architecture of the mosque bears the typical features of early Ottoman mosque architecture. With a single-domed, square-plan main space, the mosque has a simple yet impressive appearance. The minaret of the mosque has a single balcony and is built of cut stone. The mosque has undergone various repairs over time, especially extensive restorations in the 18th century and early 20th century. During these restorations, efforts were made to remain faithful to the original architecture of the mosque. The Şah Melek Mosque is still actively open for worship today and is an important part of Edirne's historical and cultural fabric. Although the interior of the mosque contains some examples of period pen-work decorations, simplicity generally prevails. The mihrab and minbar display beautiful examples of stone craftsmanship. In the courtyard of the mosque, there are also some tombstones from the Ottoman period. The Şah Melek Mosque, when Edirne was the Ottoman capital...

tips_and_updatesVisit Tips

• Visit the mosque outside of prayer times or in a way that does not disturb worshippers.
• Make sure to wear appropriate clothing when entering the mosque (headscarf for women, avoid shorts for men).
• Avoid using flash photography and speaking loudly inside.
• To avoid damaging the historical texture of the mosque, refrain from touching or writing on the walls.
• Since it is in the center of Edirne, you might consider visiting other historical structures in the vicinity.