Selimiye Mosque is one of the most magnificent works of architecture not only in Edirne, but also in the history of the world architecture. This unique structure, built during the peak period of the Ottoman Empire, reveals the perfect harmony of aesthetics and engineering. Selimiye, which was built by the great master Mimar Sinan in the century, is the building he calls “my masterwork”. Even this statement alone is enough to explain the architectural value of the mosque. The central dome system dominates the city skyline with its balanced proportions and four elegant minarets rising to the sky. the huge dome, 43 meters high, creates a single and holistic sense of space in the interior. As soon as you step inside, spaciousness, symmetry and the skillful use of light attract attention. The most outstanding examples of Iznik tiles, marble workmanship and calligraphy are delicately embroidered in every corner of the mosque. Selimiye Mosque is not only a place of worship; it is also the embodiment of the architectural vision, mathematical knowledge and aesthetic understanding of the Ottoman Empire. It is a masterpiece that should be seen for everyone who falls on the way to Edirne. Whether you are a history buff or an architectural enthusiast... it is impossible not to be amazed by the splendor of the Selimiye Mosque.

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The Ottoman sultan II. It is a complex built by Mimar Sinan during the reign of Selim and located in Edirne, the previous capital of the Ottoman Empire. The Selimiye Mosque, built by Mimar Sinan at the age of 80 and Decribed as "my masterwork", is considered one of the most important works of both Mimar Sinan and Ottoman architecture

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