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Akçakoca Central Mosque
Akçakoca, Düzce
A contemporary mosque departing from the classic dome tradition with its octagonal roof inspired by Seljuk goat-hair tents and the Turkish otağ.
Its story
The Akçakoca Central Mosque was built to a design by the architect Ergün Subaşı; the project began in 1989 and construction was completed in October 2004. The mosque's most distinctive feature is its roof covering, inspired by the Turkish otağ (imperial tent) and resting on octagonal corners as in Seljuk architecture, instead of the classic single-dome system. This form gives the building an unusual appearance, easily recognized in the skyline of the seaside town. The mosque, close to the harbor and the bazaar, can easily be seen while touring central Akçakoca. The historic clock tower, created when a clock was added in 1954 to the minaret of the old Akçakoca Central Mosque, is also in the district center.
Key facts
- Built
- 1989–2004
- Admission
- Free; visits pause during prayer times
- Architect
- Ergün Subaşı
- Highlight
- Octagonal roof inspired by the otağ tent
Trip purpose
- Accessible
- Free
- Photography
Location
41.08888, 31.12442
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ak%C3%A7akoca_Merkez_Camii | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ak%C3%A7akoca_Saat_Kulesi | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6057904