Great Mosque of Diyarbakır
Mosque One of Anatolia's oldest mosques, built from basalt
The Great Mosque (Ulu Cami) inside Diyarbakır’s ancient city walls, built of dark basalt and layered with centuries of Islamic architectural features. Visitors arrive for its inscriptions, historic minbar and the surrounding walled city.
The Great Mosque of Diyarbakır, often called the Ulu Cami, is a principal historic mosque located within the walled city of Diyarbakır in southeastern Turkey. It is notable for its construction in local dark basalt and for richly carved stone details.
Architectural elements reflect multiple building phases and influences, including re-use of earlier materials and a mix of styles across centuries, with a courtyard, prayer hall and decorated minaret elements. The mosque occupies a central position within the old urban fabric of Diyarbakır.
Over time the building has been repaired and altered in successive periods, resulting in a layered appearance that records different construction episodes and decorative programs.
The mosque sits inside Diyarbakır’s historic walled city, a dense urban area famous for its long, continuous basalt city walls and gateways.
- Material and architectural character: Constructed primarily of dark basalt stone, the mosque is noted for its carved stonework, ornate columns and integration within Diyarbakır's ancient city walls.
How to Get to Great Mosque of Diyarbakır #
The mosque sits in central Diyarbakır’s historic Sur district and is accessible on foot from central transport hubs. Taxis and local buses serve the area; the railway station is a short drive away.
Tips for Visiting Great Mosque of Diyarbakır #
- Respect local customs when entering the mosque complex and check visiting hours as some areas may be restricted during prayer times.
- Guided tours are valuable to learn about the mosque's long architectural history and its inscriptions.
- Wear shoes that can be removed easily and dress modestly for mosque interiors.
Best Time to Visit Great Mosque of Diyarbakır #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting the city and the mosque.
Weather & Climate near Great Mosque of Diyarbakır #
Great Mosque of Diyarbakır's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 39°C. Moderate rainfall (525 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 39°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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