Dolmabahçe Mosque

History of Dolmabahce Mosque

Dolmabahçe Mosque was built in 1853 by Sultan Abdülmecid in the name of his mother Bezmialem Valide Sultan. The mosque is located in Dolmabahce Square, which gives its name to the Dolmabahce district, right next to the Dolmabahce Palace. Dolmabahçe Mosque was built to meet the worship needs of the people in the region, which is close to the palace of Sultan Abdülmecid. Dolmabahçe Mosque was used as both a worship and a ceremonial mosque at the time it was built. Sultan Abdülmecid used to pray here during palace ceremonies and before going on sea voyages. Dolmabahçe Mosque is also considered as a part of the Dolmabahçe Palace right next to it. Dolmabahçe Mosque has undergone various restoration works throughout the 20th century. These restorations have preserved the original structure of the mosque and ensured that it remains open to worship today. In addition, Dolmabahçe Mosque is still used for worship during prayer times today.

Dolmabahce Mosque Architecture

Dolmabahce Mosque is a work of the Ottoman Empire in the Baroque style, and this style is more ornate and complex, unlike traditional Ottoman architecture. Especially on its facades and interiors, there are details reflecting Western influences. The interior features a large mihrab and a high dome. At the same time, it has a very elegant and detailed decoration. On the interior walls there are precious stones and hand-carved decorations. Dolmabahçe Mosque was designed by one of the famous Ottoman architects, Garabet Balyan and his son Nigoğayos Balyan. This family is also the architect of many important Ottoman buildings.

How to get to Dolmabahce Mosque

Here are a few transportation options on how to get to Dolmabahce Mosque:

Tram

You can get off at Kabataş stop by using the Kabataş-Bağcılar Tram Line (T1). You can reach Dolmabahçe Mosque by walking from Kabataş stop. The walking distance is about 10 minutes.

Bus

You can get off at Beşiktaş stop by using the bus lines passing through central points such as Beşiktaş, Kabataş, Taksim or Karaköy and reach Dolmabahçe Mosque with a short walk.

Metro

You can get off at Taksim stop by using the Yenikapı-Hacıosman Metro Line (M2). From Taksim, you can take the Funicular system (F1) to Kabataş and walk from there to Dolmabahçe Mosque.

Taxi

If you do not want to use public transportation, you can easily reach Dolmabahçe Mosque by taxi from your location. You can reach the mosque in a short time by taking a taxi from central places such as Taksim, Beşiktaş or Kabataş.

Walk

If you are in a close location, it is possible to reach the Dolmabahçe Mosque by walking, especially from areas such as Beşiktaş Square, Kabataş or Taksim. You can reach the mosque by taking a walk along the beach and enjoying the view of the Bosphorus.

Private Car

If you plan to come with your private car, there are parking lots near Dolmabahce Palace and the mosque. However, this option may be a little more troublesome due to Istanbul traffic and difficulty in finding a parking space.

Steamship

If you prefer to use the sea route, there are ferry services from Kadıköy or Üsküdar to Beşiktaş or Kabataş piers. You can easily walk to the mosque from the piers.

Yacht Charter

Yacht charter on the Bosphorus to go to Dolmabahce Mosque will be both a pleasant and luxurious option. Yacht charter services are often used for private organizations, Bosphorus tours, or transfers, and many companies that offer this service are available in Istanbul. Bogaz Cocugu has succeeded in being the pioneer of the yacht charter sector in Istanbul with its transparent price policy and service approach that prioritizes customer satisfaction for more than 20 years. You can get yacht charter service from yatkiralama.net/en at any time for 12 months without interruption at hourly and daily times.

Address: Vişnezade Dist. Dolmabahçe St. No:1, 34357 Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Türkiye