Mosque of Sultan Ahmet

The Mosque of Sultan Ahmet, also known as the Blue Mosque, is a historic mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, built between 1609 and 1616. It is renowned for its impressive architecture, featuring six minarets and a large central dome decorated with thousands of hand-painted blue tiles, which give it the nickname. The mosque combines traditional Islamic and Ottoman design elements, serving as both a place of worship and a cultural landmark. Its grand interior boasts a spacious prayer hall, intricate calligraphy, and beautiful stained glass windows, making it a striking symbol of Istanbul's rich history and religious heritage.