Old Mosque, Edirne Mosque
Large early Ottoman mosque in Edirne with carpets
Edirne's Old Mosque (Eski Cami) dates to the early Ottoman period and features a large domed prayer hall and historic interior tilework. Visitors study Ottoman architecture and attend Friday prayers in the city centre.
Old Mosque, Edirne at a Glance#
Address: Eski Cami (Old Mosque), Edirne, Turkey
Hours: Open to visitors outside prayer times; typical visiting hours are Daily 9:00am-6:00pm (subject to prayer schedule)
Admission: Free entry; donations expected; guided tours available for a fee
About Old Mosque, Edirne#
The Old Mosque (Eski Camii) in Edirne is an early Ottoman mosque located in the historic centre of the city. It dates to the early 15th century and is one of Edirne’s principal historic mosques, noted for its large prayer hall and decorated interior surfaces.
Architecturally it displays early Ottoman mosque features such as a multi-domed roofed prayer area and an emphasis on large interior volume for congregational worship. The building has undergone repairs and restorations over the centuries following seismic events and normal wear, and it sits amid Edirne’s cluster of Ottoman-era monuments.
The mosque is in the urban centre of Edirne, within walking distance of other major Ottoman landmarks including the Selimiye Mosque and the city’s historic market areas.
How to Get to Old Mosque, Edirne#
The Old Mosque is in central Edirne, within walking distance of the market district and other historic mosques. Edirne is accessible by intercity buses from Istanbul (approximately 2-3 hours) and has local transport to the historical center.
Tips for Visiting Old Mosque, Edirne#
- Visit outside of Friday prayer times if seeking quiet photography opportunities.
- Study the tile programs near the mihrab and look for inscriptions dated to the early 15th century.
- Combine a visit with Selimiye Mosque and the Edirne Archaeology Museum to understand Ottoman architectural development.
Best Time to Visit Old Mosque, Edirne#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting Edirne's Old Mosque and surrounding sites.
Weather & Climate near Old Mosque, Edirne#
Old Mosque, Edirne'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 -1°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (585 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 6° | 1° | 51 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Poor | 0° - 9° | 2° | 52 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 12° | 6° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Excellent | 11° - 24° | 18° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 15° - 29° | 22° | 45 mm | some cloud | 60% | 1.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Ideal | 17° - 31° | 24° | 29 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 2.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| August | Ideal | 17° - 31° | 24° | 27 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 13° - 27° | 20° | 33 mm | some cloud | 60% | 1.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 8° - 20° | 14° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 8° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 1.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 8° | 3° | 63 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
