Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque
A richly decorated 19th-century mosque in Aksaray, where Ordu Street meets Atatürk Boulevard.
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Historic Peninsula · Not within walking distance
Why visit?
Passing through Aksaray, to see one of the most eclectic examples of 19th-century Ottoman architecture.
Short History
The mosque was commissioned by Pertevniyal Valide Sultan, mother of Sultan Abdülaziz; work began in November 1869 and was completed in 1871–1872. The architect is not known for certain; it is attributed to Sarkis Balyan of the Balyan family and to the Italian architect Pietro Montani.
About
Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque stands out amid the heavy traffic of Aksaray with its slender minarets and densely carved stone façade. Mixing several styles, its façade is unusual among Ottoman mosques.
What to know before visiting
No special notices.
How to get here from Meşale
We have not yet checked a public-transport route to this place on the ground. The map links below give directions with current timetables; we do not quote taxi times because they depend on traffic.
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Our walking routes stay within Sultanahmet; this place is reached by public transport.
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- From Meşale
- Public transport · 2.2 km as the crow flies
- Area
- Historic Peninsula
- Hours
- Place of worship — visits outside prayer times
- Ticket
- Open for Worship
Highlights
- Richly decorated, eclectic façade
- Slender minarets
- Its spot in Aksaray
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Source & Freshness
- Source:
- Kültür Envanteri
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- Last checked:
- November 8, 2026
Hours and prices are for guidance only. Please confirm with an official source before your visit.