Mausoleum of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent

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Dilshod Mamadaliev

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Peace be with king Suleiman.

Юлия Суздалева

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The Mausoleum of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent (tur. Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Türbesi) is a majestic tomb where one of the most famous and powerful rulers of the Ottoman Empire rests. It is one of the most important and revered places in Istanbul. The mausoleum is located in the courtyard of the grandiose Suleymaniye Camii Mosque complex in Istanbul, which was built by order of Suleiman himself. Architect: Like the entire complex of the Suleymaniye Mosque, the mausoleum was designed by the greatest Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan. Construction: The mausoleum was built shortly after Suleiman's death in 1566, by order of his son, Sultan Selim II. Exterior: The mausoleum is an octagonal structure topped by a double dome. The exterior walls are richly decorated with carved marble and inlays, as well as calligraphic inscriptions. An elegant gallery with columns is located around the mausoleum. Interior: Iznik tiles: The interior of the mausoleum impresses with its luxury and craftsmanship. The walls are lined with magnificent 16th-century Iznik çinileri tiles. These tiles feature rich floral patterns (tulips, carnations, roses) and a predominance of blue, red and green colors, creating a unique atmosphere. Dome and painting: The dome and arches are decorated with intricate paintings, gilding and calligraphy. Sarcophagus: In the center of the mausoleum is the sarcophagus of Suleiman the Magnificent, which is covered with luxurious fabrics and a shawl. It is important to remember that this is a symbolic sarcophagus; the sultan's body is buried under it. Who else is buried: In the same mausoleum, in addition to Suleiman the Magnificent, rest: His daughter, Mihrimah Sultan. Later, some subsequent sultans of the Ottoman Empire were buried there: Ahmed II and Suleiman II. Hurrem Sultan Mausoleum: Next to the mausoleum of Suleiman, in the same courtyard, there is a separate but adjacent mausoleum of his beloved wife, Haseki Hurrem Sultan (Roksolana). Her mausoleum is also octagonal, but slightly smaller and has its own unique decorations, although it is also richly decorated with Iznik tiles. The Mausoleum of Suleiman the Magnificent is not only the resting place of one of the greatest Ottoman sultans, but also a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture and art, demonstrating the supreme flourishing of the empire. It is an important historical and cultural monument, as well as a popular place for tourists and pilgrims who want to pay homage to the great ruler.

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ОТЗЫВЧИВЫЙ

Level 25 Local Expert

Visiting the Sultan Suleiman Mausoleum is one of the most exciting experiences in Istanbul. This place is literally steeped in the history and grandeur of the Ottoman era. Here you feel not just the peace of a great ruler, but an entire epoch that has left its mark on world history. The architecture is impressive — restrained, but monumental, with a subtle sense of style. It is very interesting to learn more about the personality of Suleiman the Magnificent and his importance to the Ottoman Empire. The atmosphere in the mausoleum is quiet, almost sacred. There you want to slow down and just be in the moment. I recommend it to anyone who loves history, appreciates architecture and wants to feel the spirit of real imperial Turkey.

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Сергий Свет

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Suleymaniye Mosque (Turkish: Suleymaniye Camii) is the second mosque in Istanbul in terms of importance (after the Blue Mosque, or Sultan Ahmet Mosque) and in terms of size (after the Chamlıc Mosque, opened in 2019). It is located in the old part of the city, in the Vefa district. An excellent project, exquisitely selected materials, everything in the smallest detail gives an understanding of the era and a complete immersion in history with facts.

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Анастасия Романова

Level 17 Local Expert

A very beautiful place, especially valuable for lovers of the magnificent century! The majestic mosque, the grandeur of that time is immediately visible. There is a tomb of Sultan Suleiman and Hurrem Sultan on the territory. And near this mosque is the very view of Istanbul!!!

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Ксения Мезенцева

Level 29 Local Expert

An incredibly beautiful mausoleum built by the great Mimar Sinan. There is silence and peace inside. A lot of details - paintings, tiles, fences, etc. The mausoleum is open until 17:00, closed on Monday.

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Денис Валериевич Белов

Level 19 Local Expert

Sultan Suleiman's Mausoleum is an amazing place! The architecture is simply fascinating! A magnificent building with exquisite mosaics and murals 🏰 The interior is amazing: marble walls, tiles with floral patterns and delicate carvings. 🖼️ The location on the hill offers incredible views of Istanbul and the Bosphorus. 🌇 The historical value of this place is simply enormous — one of the greatest rulers of the Ottoman Empire rests here. 👑 The atmosphere of peace and grandeur envelops you from the first minutes of your stay 🕊️ Be sure to visit this place if you are in Istanbul! 🌠 #Suleyman The Magnificent #Istanbul #History #Attractions

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Алексей Сухов

Level 18 Local Expert

It's a beautiful place. Very beautiful views of the Bosphorus. The mausoleum itself is huge and impressive in its beauty. There are a lot of tourists who come specially in groups, as well as a lot of single travelers. I advise you to visit, and even more so it is free.

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Максим

Level 30 Local Expert

It's a very beautiful mosque. I was with my wife when the next TV series was being filmed here. Of course, it made it a little difficult to look at all these beauties. But for the sake of art, I had to put up with it. The Suleymaniye Mosque is the second largest and, until the opening of the Chamlija Mosque in 2019, the first mosque in Istanbul, accommodating more than 5,000 worshippers. It is located in the old part of the city, in the Vefa district. The mosque was built by order of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent by architect Sinan in 1550-1557.

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Яша

Level 23 Local Expert

Sultan Suleiman's Mausoleum and Khurem are located 20 steps from each other, on the territory of a small cemetery near the walls of the Suleimaniye Mosque, which was built by Miman Sinan for Sultan Suleiman. An atmospheric place, a gorgeous observation deck on the city and the Bosphorus nearby, I highly recommend a visit. Admission is free.

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Антон Андреевич

Level 17 Local Expert

A place of pilgrimage for Muslims, a historical place for tourists. An excellent example of architecture for the admirers of its author.

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Антон Чагин

Level 15 Local Expert

In the center of the cemetery there are two main mausoleums (turbe) - Sultan Suleiman and Hurrem Sultan. This is a part of the very rich and distinctive history of Istanbul, which is definitely worth touching. I recommend visiting all the sights of Istanbul with a guide. Then you will be able to feel the events of those times, the customs and traditions, the ups and downs of that era. The photo shows a cemetery, with the wall of Sultan Suleiman's mausoleum visible on the left. By the way, the burials of men and women have their own characteristics that tell the stories of the dead.

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Милена Щербатова

Level 8 Local Expert

Visiting Suleymaniye is free, there is a small interactive program inside the mosque, and you can read in different languages. Very beautiful! Very beautiful panoramic places.

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Анастасия К.

Level 12 Local Expert

Thanks to Suleiman for the gorgeous mosque! There are a lot of people, the Domashny TV channel and the Magnificent Century series are doing their job :) I liked the information stands next to the mausoleum. In two languages: Turkish and English. All the necessary information is written in simple English. There are cats inside the mausoleum, of course)

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Светлана Измайлова

Level 8 Local Expert

It's a very beautiful place! Fascinating views ! There is a Muslim cemetery and the Hurrem Sultan mausoleum nearby! The dress code is mandatory! There are volunteers at the mosque who will tell you about the mosque itself and its features.

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Алексей Сергачев

Level 14 Local Expert

It's a very atmospheric place. Well-maintained premises, often queues to visit. My wife came in, she really liked everything. We were in November, and the weather was great

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Анна Либих

Level 16 Local Expert

A must-visit! A majestic mosque, well-kept grounds, and you can also see the mausoleums of Suleiman and Hurrem. A wonderful view of the golden horn opens here from the observation deck!

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Роман Болдырев

Level 7 Local Expert

The situation is the same as with the neighboring Hurrem Sultan tomb: at the entrance there is a crowd of people who want to squeeze inside, they must take off their shoes (a Muslim shrine!), inside there are several sarcophagi covered with cloth, with or without turbans (for "boys") (for "girls"). If you are not a fan of the TV series "Magnificent Century", then it is better to limit yourself to the tour of the Suleymaniye Mosque itself, if you have patiently watched all 150 episodes with a must-be.

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Елена Арзыбова

Level 9 Local Expert

A good place for a walk. There is a large green recreation area around, a free clean toilet, and a great view of the city.

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Мария Чернова

Level 20 Local Expert

Beyond all praise!Monumental!Spectacular!The upper floor is under restoration.I had to wait in line for 4 hours.You can take an audio guide in Russian for a fee.

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Александр Зорин

Level 27 Local Expert

An impressive place to visit when you are in Istanbul. Beautiful, unusual colors of buildings, especially in the evening sunlight.

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Николай Тергеусизов

Level 8 Local Expert

It is very impressive, the grandiose structure, it is very clearly visible that the building is being monitored, the interior is impressive, there are no queues

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Ирина Чагина

Level 22 Local Expert

Historical place, well-maintained territory, beautiful view of the Bosphorus, A sense of peace, a feeling that goes back many centuries, time slows down in this place.

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Дарья Авдонкина

Level 13 Local Expert

It's an interesting mausoleum, there's a queue for the sultan's tomb, but almost no one goes to Khurem and Mehriman in comparison.

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саша Кириенко

Level 30 Local Expert

We got to the mosque and mausoleum on Eid al-Adha for free. We were lucky to have a guide, as it turned out, there was a Russian-speaking guide from one of the tourist groups and we just listened. And on the other hand, you realize that there lies the man who controlled three continents.

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Антон Баланчук

Level 21 Local Expert

A majestic mausoleum in the very center of Sultanahmet district. Located between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. What can I say, it's a must-visit.

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Екатерина Каратаева

Level 3 Local Expert

It's a very atmospheric place. There is an observation deck. Less crowded than the rest of the attractions. It was interesting to visit the mosque and the tombs of Sultan Suleiman and Hurrem. In general, the scale of the building is impressive, I recommend you to visit.

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Anonymous review

An atmospheric place, next to the mausoleum, a detailed story in English about the Sultan and his beautiful wife

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Svetlana

Level 21 Local Expert

Suleiman I the Magnificent rests here, he was the sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1520-1566). In Europe, he is usually called Suleiman the Magnificent, and in the Muslim world — Suleiman Kanuni. The mausoleum also houses: Sultan Suleiman II, Sultan Ahmed II, Mihrimah Sultan (daughter of Sultan Suleiman), Salih Dilashup Walida Sultan, Asiya Sultan, Rabia Sultan (wife of Ahmed II), Safiye Sultan (daughter of Mustafa II) and Hatice Muazzez Sultan. Admission is free, shoes must be left at the entrance, shawls and skirts are not required. There are rainwater depressions for cats and dogs near the mausoleum.

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Светлана Бочкарева

Level 13 Local Expert

The tour was wonderful, we looked at the most important places, the guide Timur perfectly planned the entire route, managed to see the maximum in three days and even try local delicacies👍😁

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Марина О.

Level 13 Local Expert

The Mosque of Suleiman the Great. A place that can be visited for free. At night, it looks like an illustration from a Magnificent Century. It impresses with its grandeur and power during the day.

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Татьяна Карпова

Level 11 Local Expert

This is something fantastic. It is such a cool place with this great history that, taking a step, thoughts kept popping up in my head: "Sultans, viziers walked here. It's a story."

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Александр Тюняткин

Level 10 Local Expert

It's not worth going alone - a mausoleum, several sarcophagi - there are plenty of them built in Istanbul. You definitely need a guide, don't spare any money.

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Айка Дурдыева

Level 11 Local Expert

A very beautiful view of the city. The emotions are boundless. There are tablets in the mosque, which contain the history of the foundation of the bottom area. And you can choose any language. There are guides who tell the stories of this mosque, but in English.

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Ruslan

Level 29 Local Expert

The mosque is very beautiful and there is a good view of the sea around the mosque, I advise you all not to regret it.

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Яна Лабуськова

Level 7 Local Expert

Everything is fine here! A mosque, a panorama of Istanbul, the mausoleum of Suleiman and Hurrem, a well-groomed green area with interesting trees, there is where to take beautiful photos and videos, be impressed and inspired!

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Елена Л

Level 12 Local Expert

A historical place in the center of Istanbul. In the evening, an amazing view with backlight. The Blue Mosque is called because the decoration is blue ceramics, the entrance is free, the queue is small. I recommend

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Павел Павел

Level 9 Local Expert

In my opinion, the most interesting mosque in Istanbul. I recommend you to visit

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Вероника

Level 19 Local Expert

The place keeps its own history. For lovers of a Magnificent century, a separate joy for the eyes

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Андрей Сергеевич

Level 9 Local Expert

The most beautiful place and very colorful panoramic pictures can be taken with a view of the whole of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the wall of the complex.

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Юра Д.

Level 12 Local Expert

To touch a piece of the majestic era, to see the resting place of perhaps the greatest Sultan of the Ottoman Empire was a long-standing dream. Emotions are provided for you, it takes your breath away from the atmosphere of this place alone. I recommend it to everyone to visit.

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Анна Лизункова

Level 13 Local Expert

It's definitely worth getting to Sulaimani and at least look at the mausoleums. The mosque is beautiful, calm and very atmospheric.

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Максим Горлов

Level 12 Local Expert

The best mosque, come right here! The main thing is that it's free, but it's more interesting than anyone else!

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Е И

Level 12 Local Expert

If you are interested in the history of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, you can see that the mosque is beautiful and there is a beautiful observation deck nearby.

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Ирина Чегодаева

Level 6 Local Expert

My acquaintance with the Ottoman Empire began exactly a year ago with an excursion to TOPKAPI, then I didn't know anything about the Sultans and their lives, this time I came prepared and it was a completely different feeling! The scale, the atmosphere, the inner feelings and the greatness of Suleymaniye - it was magical.

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Юлия

Level 11 Local Expert

The place is gorgeous, you can see the whole city, it's very beautiful and cozy inside, they are buried nearby, this is love, he built palaces and temples for her

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Лариса Мамаева

Level 20 Local Expert

One of the most atmospheric places in Istanbul. Strong emotions are guaranteed to both fans of history and fans of the Magnificent Century.

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Рыжая Собака

Level 16 Local Expert

One of the most beautiful mosques in Istanbul. Suleiman's Mausoleum is impressive, with beautiful grounds and views.

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Татьяна Жагорина

Level 11 Local Expert

Very beautiful views! A romantic story! Free entry!

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ya-donrus

Level 15 Local Expert

A must-see and visit, especially for fans of the Magnificent Century. Beautiful views of the Bosphorus!

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Mausoleum of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent

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