Tepecik Mosque stands on Neyzen Tevfik Avenue in the Inner Harbor, built in 1735 by Hasan Ağa, the lieutenant of Tersaneci Mustafa Paşa, directly upon the remains of an ancient agora. Constructed from cut stone with a nearly square floor plan, wooden roof, and a single-balconied minaret, it was a rare example of a true waterfront (yalı) mosque in Ottoman architecture at the time of its construction. The dome was damaged by cannon fire from a French warship in 1915, and the mosque was restored by the Aydın Foundation in 2007. It remains an iconic symbol in harbor photographs.
Medieval Bodrum
Tepecik Mosque
A historic waterfront mosque built in 1735 atop an ancient agora.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tepecik Mosque and what is it like?
A historic waterfront mosque built in 1735 atop an ancient agora.
What are the visiting hours?
Open during prayer times
Is there an entrance fee?
Free
How do I get there?
Neyzen Tevfik Avenue, along the marina/inner harbor waterfront
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Ancient
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