Edirne Vacation Guide

Selimiye Mosque, Edirne

The Selimiye Mosque is an Ottoman imperial mosque, which is located in the city of Edirne (formerly Adrianople), Turkey.

The Selimiye Mosque in Turkey is a historically significant site that has been capturing the attention of Muslims and architecture enthusiasts alike for centuries.

Built between 1568 and 1575, this imperial mosque was commissioned by the renowned Sultan Selim II and constructed by the esteemed imperial architect Mimar Sinan.

Despite being several centuries old, the mosque’s intricate designs and awe-inspiring architecture continue to impress visitors from around the world.

It comes as no surprise, therefore, that the Selimiye Mosque has been included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List since 2011, cementing its place in history as an exceptional masterpiece of Ottoman and Islamic architecture.