Taşkınpaşa Complex
- Religious
Located 18 kilometers south of Ürgüp, the Taşkınpaşa Complex dates back to the 14th century and is one of the most significant architectural remains from the Karamanoğulları period. This grand complex, influenced by Seljuk architecture, consists of a mosq
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TAŞKINPAŞA COMPLEX 🏛✨
Located 18 kilometers south of Ürgüp, the Taşkınpaşa Complex dates back to the 14th century and is one of the most significant architectural remains from the Karamanoğulları period. This grand complex, influenced by Seljuk architecture, consists of a mosque, two tombs (kümbets), a madrasa, and a small mosque (mescit).
Renowned for its intricate stonework, the complex is an important example of the architectural and artistic style of its time. The mihrab and minbar of the mosque are currently exhibited at the Ankara Ethnography Museum.
🏛 SECTIONS OF THE TAŞKINPAŞA COMPLEX
🕌 Taşkınpaşa Mosque
🔹 Reflects the typical architectural features of the Karamanoğulları period.
🔹 A magnificent structure decorated with rich stone carvings.
🔹 It is believed that the columns inside the mosque were brought from the nearby Sobesos Ancient City.
🔹 The original mihrab and minbar are exhibited at the Ankara Ethnography Museum.
⛪ Madrasa and Small Mosque (Mescit)
🔹 One of the most important structures within the complex.
🔹 The madrasa provided
