About Selimiye Mosque

The exquisite Selimiye mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture, a UNESCO heritage site is a product of Ottoman design. With slender minarets highlighting the Edirne skyline, the Mosque marks its proud presence in the city. A regular prayers abode of millions of locals, the Mosque is the center point for worship in the city. It is surrounded by schools, public bathing houses, hospitals and soup centers for the homeless. The delicately sculptured interiors, the symmetry of design and clean structured tiles are the reason several tourists flock to the location every year.

Must See

  • Madrassa
  • Bathhouses
  • Hospital
  • Soup kitchens
  • The mihrab
  • Symmetrical lines of the interior design

How to reach

Drive from Edirne to Selimiye Mosque - Head southeast toward Mimar Sinan Cd. Exit the roundabout onto Mimar Sinan Cd: Approximate fuel cost 1Euros.

Walk from Edirne to Selimiye Mosque 5m 423meters

Tips

  • The mosque is a religious establishment and therefore there are strict dress codes.
  • Footwear is not allowed inside the mosque, bringing a bag handy to store the shoes is better.
  • Street parking available.
  • After visiting the site, head to the nearby gardens for a rest.
  • Do not visit during the prayer times as the mosque will be crowded.
  • Children need to be accompanied at all times.
  • Wheelchair assistance is available.
  • Visit the main prayer hall.
  • Tour guides are available on site.

Visit Time

Sunday:      Open 24 hours

Monday:       Open 24 hours

Tuesday:       Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday:     Open 24 hours

Friday:          Open 24 hours

Saturday:      Open 24 hours 

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Waiting Time

No wait time

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 hour

 

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Weather

Clear Sky -1.02°C

 

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