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Old Besni and the Ulu Mosque Minaret

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Old Besni and the Ulu Mosque Minaret

Besni, Adıyaman

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Among the hillside ruins of the abandoned old town of Besni, the Ulu Mosque survives through its minaret, built in 1565 by the architect Numan el-Osmani.

Safety warning

The remains are in ruins; do not approach or climb the collapsed walls. Adıyaman was severely damaged in the 2023 earthquakes; some buildings and roads may be under repair, so check the current status before visiting.

Its story

The old settlement of Besni was built on the rocky slopes near today's district center; the remains of mosques, a hammam and houses from the eventually abandoned town have survived. The prayer hall of the Ulu Mosque (Grand Mosque) has collapsed, leaving only its minaret standing; one of its inscriptions shows that the mosque was built in the 15th century under the Dulkadirids or the Mamluks, and that its minaret was built in 1565 by the architect Numan el-Osmani. The nearby Bekir Bey Hammam was part of a complex commissioned in the early 16th century by the Mamluk commander Bekir Bey and is now in ruins. The stone fabric of the old town is appealing for photography.

Key facts

Period
15th–16th century
Admission
Free
Getting there
Near Besni district center
Visit duration
45 minutes

Trip purpose

  • Free
  • Photography
  • Quiet

Location

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37.67464, 37.86421

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Besni_Ulu_Camii | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bekir_Bey_Hamamı | https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/1376652381