Great Mosque of Diyarbakır Mosque

Address: Great Mosque of Diyarbakır (Ulu Camii), Diyarbakır, Turkey

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.

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.

• 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.