Bebek Mosque
Mosque Historic waterfront mosque in Bebek, Istanbul.
Bebek Mosque fronts the Bosphorus in Istanbul’s Bebek neighborhood; visitors pair a mosque stop with waterfront cafes, yalı-lined promenades and ferry crossings for Bosphorus views.
How to Get to Bebek Mosque #
Located in the Bebek neighborhood of Beşiktaş on Istanbul’s European shore. From Taksim, take the bus (DT1 or 42T) or a taxi (about 15-25 minutes depending on traffic). The closest ferry connections land at nearby Arnavutköy or Bebek via Bosphorus tour boats; the mosque is a short walk up from the shoreline.
Tips for Visiting Bebek Mosque #
- Visit outside midday prayer hours (usually early afternoon) to appreciate architecture without crowds.
- Walk along the Bosphorus shore nearby-Bebek Park and the seaside cafés make a good sequence with the mosque.
- Look up: the mosque's stonework and wood eaves have carved details that most passerby miss.
Best Time to Visit Bebek Mosque #
Mild seasons-spring and autumn-are best for combining a mosque visit with a Bosphorus stroll and cafés.
Weather & Climate near Bebek Mosque #
Bebek Mosque's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (726 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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