Izmir Turkey
Hisar Mosque
By Izmir Turkey
Feb 4, 2007, 19:51

Hisar Mosque

This mosque is one of the oldest monuments of the city built by Aydinoglu Yakup Bey towards the end of 16th century, officially between 1592-1598. It has a central dome supported by eight pillars and smaller domes around it. The open courtyard (late-comers courtyard or Son Cemaat in Turkish) is surrounded by a gallery of seven domes. There are also two small fountains used for the ablutions before the prayers. It has one minaret with a single balcony (Serefe). The mosque was restored several times during 19th and 20th centuries thus influence of European decorative elements can be seen especially on column capitals, window frames, and outer walls and on Mihrab and Mimbar. The mosque stands in the Kemeralti market area.