4. Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Istanbul, Turkiye Known as the Blue Mosque, this 17th-century marvel was commissioned by Sultan Ahmed I and is considered one of the last great architectural achievements of ...

Designed by the famous Ottoman imperial architect ... commented that the mosque is a welcome respite from Istanbul's busy streets. This mosque is free to visit when calls to prayer are not taking ...

Istanbul, located on the shores of ... The Süleymaniye Mosque is known for the fact that the famous Sultan Suleiman and his wife Roksolana are buried there. The incredible beauty of the balconies ...

Mosques stand as powerful symbols of faith, culture, and architectural brilliance in Islam. From intricate domes and towering minarets to detailed calligraphy and vibrant mosaics, these sacred spaces ...

Pilgrimage on BBC iPlayer features seven famous faces taking to the ... into Turkey with the goal of reaching Istanbul and the magnificent Suleymaniye Mosque. The experience gave the unlikely ...