Wednesday, May 9, 2012
The Blue Mosque
When I thought of Turkey, I thought that it was a dry, boring place. But I've learned that it definitely isn't. One of the most popular tourist attractions is the Suhanahmet Mosque which translate to the Blue Mosque. The blue mosque is located in Istanbul, Turkey. The blue mosque was built near the Hagia Sophia. The construction began in 1609 and lasted seven years. Sultan Ahmet 1st wanted this mosque built and he often helped with the construction. He died a year after the completion and is buried outside the mosque.
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You are correct Sarah, Turkey is far more interesting than most beleive it is.
ReplyDeleteAmazing photo!
ReplyDeletethis looks like it would take a lot longer than 7 years! impressive!
ReplyDeleteI had a former student go to Turkey and visit the Blue Mosque. During her presentation she used her own pictures and it looked faboulous inside it.
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty! I would love to just be able to stand in front of that and take it in
ReplyDeleteOr take a picture in front of it, that would be remembered forever.
ReplyDeleteThe Architecture of that building is so stunning!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful mashallah. I love Turkey because of its mosques.
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