Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya)
| Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya) | |
|---|---|
 Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya) | |
| Basic information | |
| Location |
 Amasya, Turkey |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Region | Central Anatolia |
| Architectural description | |
| Architectural type | Mosque |
| Architectural style | Islamic, Ottoman architecture |
| Completed | 1486 |
| Specifications | |
| Minaret(s) | 2 |
Bayezid II Mosque (Amasya) is a historical 15th century Mosque in Amasya, Turkey.[1] The mosque was built in 1486 by order of the Ottoman sultan Bayezid II, it is the largest Külliye of the city.
Building
The Mosque has an inverse T plan of the Bursa type mosques, the prayer hall is covered by two domes. It has a portico covered by five domes and two minarets with one balcony. The mosque is part of a larger complex (Külliye) which consists of a Madrasa (Islamic school), fountain, Imaret (public charity kitchen) and a library.[2]
Coordinates: 40°39′00″N 35°49′37″E / 40.650°N 35.827°E
Sources
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