Information about the Great Mosque

The Great Mosque of Diyarbakır is a mosque located in the center of Diyarbakır city. The exact date of construction is unknown, but it was converted into a mosque from Mar Toma Church, which was the largest church of the city, by Muslims after the conquest of Diyarbakır in 639 AD. It is one of the oldest mosques in Anatolia and is referred to as the 5th Haram al-Sharif by Muslims. It underwent significant repairs in 1091. The mosque is interpreted as the Anatolian reflection of the Syrian Umayyad Mosque in terms of its plan. Over time, the mosque has undergone various repairs and additions by different states. Inscriptions and edicts belonging to Melikşah, İnal and Nisanoğulları, Gıyaseddin Keyhüsrev, Artuqids, Uzun Hasan and Ottoman Sultans can be found in various parts of the mosque.

How to Get to the Great Mosque

The Great Mosque of Diyarbakır is easily accessible because it is located in the city center. You can reach the mosque via public transportation vehicles in the city. If you are traveling to Diyarbakır by air, you can reach the mosque by buses or taxis that go to the city center. Other means of transportation within the city will also allow you to reach the mosque.

Additional Information about the Great Mosque

The Great Mosque of Diyarbakır is one of the important historical and cultural structures of Turkey. The mosque is considered as one of the sacred places for Muslims and attracts the attention of tourists. It is frequently visited and used for prayers due to its religious and historical value. Moreover, the surrounding area of the mosque is a region that draws attention with its historical and cultural texture. During your visit, you can also explore other historical and touristic places around.