Murat Paşa Mosque 🇹🇷

When you visit the Muratpaşa borough of Antalya, Turkey, you will discover the Murat Paşa Mosque (known locally as Murat Paşa Camii), a remarkable historic Ottoman mosque. Originally commissioned back in 1570 by Murat Pasha of Karaman (Karaman Beyi Murat Paşa), this sacred site offers you a memorable look into the region's rich architectural heritage. As you step inside, you can admire its impressive high dome resting above a distinctive ten-corner frame.

What makes a visit truly compelling is the stunning interior detail: the inscriptions running along the inner walls in a continuous ribbon showcase what is considered the most beautiful example of Turkish-Seljuk calligraphy art. During your walk around the interior, you will also notice a simple altar situated right next to a marble pulpit delicately worked with reliefs. Before or after taking in the central hall, take time to appreciate the last congregation place outside.

This area is beautifully covered by three domes that rise gracefully above pointed arches made of eye-catching coloured stone, all supported by four round columns. If you appreciate historical Ottoman design and classical sacred artwork, you will thoroughly enjoy exploring this fascinating 16th-century Antalya destination.

What to see at Murat Paşa Mosque

• Commissioned in 1570 by Murat Pasha of Karaman
• High main dome resting on a ten-corner frame
• Inner wall inscriptions featuring Turkish-Seljuk calligraphy art
• Marble pulpit crafted with detailed reliefs beside a simple altar
• Last congregation place with three domes and coloured stone arches

Visiting tips

Take time to examine the continuous ribbon of wall inscriptions inside to view exceptional Turkish-Seljuk calligraphy art.

How long: 1 hour · Best time: Daytime

How to get there & what’s nearby

Murat Paşa Mosque is easy to reach on Antalya’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Perge and Antalya Mosque. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Antalya travel guide.