It used to be a mosque for Donmehs,Jews who have been converted to Islam. From 1915 it was our archeological museum till 1960. Recent use is as a cultural place,exhibition gallery etc.
Oh very interesting, Yeni Cami (=Mosque) made me smile broadly:) Because there is the same named Mosque in the historical peninsula of Ist'l and active for prayers. I would like to see this Yeni Mosque, as well. Thanks Kostas for bringing forward here:)
Built in 1900 on the plans of the Italian architect Vitaliano Pozeli.
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From what I CAN see, it does look like a magnificent mosque!
Love the colors and the Star of David concrete rails!
It used to be a mosque for Donmehs,Jews who have been converted to Islam.
From 1915 it was our archeological museum till 1960.
Recent use is as a cultural place,exhibition gallery etc.
Nice architecture and beautiful colors!
I never noticed those details when I saw it in person - good angle!!
Oh very interesting, Yeni Cami (=Mosque) made me smile broadly:) Because there is the same named Mosque in the historical peninsula of Ist'l and active for prayers.
I would like to see this Yeni Mosque, as well. Thanks Kostas for bringing forward here:)
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