Tekeli Mehmet Paşa Mosque is an 18th-century Ottoman mosque at the edge of Antalya’s Kaleiçi, just behind the Clock Tower. Its central dome, stonework and calligraphy reward a quiet look inside and out. The mosque remains an active place of worship, with separate ablution facilities and an upstairs prayer area for women. Jasmine grows near the entrance, and the courtyard has planted areas beneath transparent covers. Stop here for a calm pause among Kaleiçi’s busier streets, and treat the mosque with the courtesy due to a working religious site.
An Ottoman mosque at Kaleiçi’s edge
Tekeli Mehmet Paşa Mosque stands just behind Antalya’s Clock Tower, at the entrance to Kaleiçi. Built in the 18th century, it is associated with the Ottoman official Tekeli Mehmet Paşa, after whom it is named.
The mosque is still used for worship. Its location makes it an easy stop while exploring the Old Town, but it is best approached as a religious space as well as a historic building.
Inside and around the mosque
A central dome gives the building its distinctive profile. Inside, look for the stonework and calligraphy, including Quranic verses on the arches. The mosque has a grand feel, while its setting offers a quieter pause from the nearby streets.
The courtyard has separate ablution facilities for men and women. Women can pray in an upstairs area. Jasmine near the entrance adds a scented detail to the approach, and planted areas sit beneath transparent covers in the courtyard.
FAQ
Where is Tekeli Mehmet Paşa Mosque?
It is just behind Antalya’s Clock Tower, at the entrance to the Kaleiçi Old Town.
When was the mosque built?
It was built in the 18th century and is named after Tekeli Mehmet Paşa.
Is Tekeli Mehmet Paşa Mosque still used for prayer?
Yes. It remains an active place of worship. Visitors should dress respectfully, covering their shoulders and knees.
Are there facilities for women at the mosque?
Women can pray upstairs, and separate ablution facilities for men and women are in the courtyard.
