Yeni Mosque, Ankara

One of the most famous architects in Ankara in the 16th century was Sinan who designed the Yeni Mosque. The construction has an amazing design on the inside, with a white marble covering the pulpit and the prayer place whilst the outside is made of traditional Ankara stone. The edifice represents the largest Ottoman mosque in the city.

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Sight Name: Yeni Mosque
Sight Location: Ankara, Turkey (See walking tours in Ankara)
Sight Type: Religious

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