Bebek Mosque, also known as Bebek Hümayun-u Abad Mosque, stands beside Bebek Park on Istanbul’s European shore of the Bosphorus. Built in 1726 and rebuilt in 1912, it is a small Ottoman-era mosque with architecture by Ahmet Kemaleddin. Stop to see its exterior and interior, then take in the waterfront setting or continue into the adjoining park. The mosque has a women’s prayer hall and ablution facilities; visitors should dress and behave respectfully inside this place of worship.
A mosque built beside the Bosphorus
Bebek Mosque was built in 1726 for the Sultan, near the Hümayun-u Abad Pavilion, when Bebek was being developed as a seaside place on the Bosphorus. The present building was rebuilt in 1912. Its architect was Ahmet Kemaleddin.
Prayer facilities
The mosque has a women’s prayer hall and ablution facilities. It is a place of worship, so visitors should choose appropriate clothing and behave with consideration. Those interested in observing Islamic practice can visit during a prayer session.
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Where is Bebek Mosque?
It is in Bebek on Istanbul’s European side, beside Bebek Park and the Bosphorus.
When was Bebek Mosque built?
The mosque was built in 1726 and rebuilt in 1912.
Who designed Bebek Mosque?
The mosque was designed by Ahmet Kemaleddin.
Is there a women’s prayer hall?
Yes. The mosque has a women’s prayer hall and ablution facilities.
