Destinations
Place of the Fallen and Revered
Eyüp Sultan Camii (The Eyüp Sultan Mosque) was built in 1458, just five years after the Ottoman conquest of İstanbul, and rebuilt in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The Sultan’s Mosque is an incredibly important place for many locals and visitors from around the world. Many powerful figures in history rest in the mosque’s cemetery, as well as ordinary citizens of İstanbul.
The Eyüp Sultan Mosque is named after the Prophet Mohammed’s standard-bearer, and his tomb resides here, making for a significant and popular destination. It is common for young boys dressed as Ottoman princes to visit the mosque for their circumcision ceremonies.
If you are in the Eyüp district, be sure to visit the tomb of the Eyüp Sultan, which is covered in İznik tiles. Stroll past the large Muslim cemetery near the mosque and make your way to Pierre Loti Hill.
Historical Tomb
The Eyüp Cemetery is a heritage site known locally as the Eyüp Mezarlığı. This historically significant cemetery is known as one of the oldest Muslim cemeteries and houses the graves of various men who were of crucial importance to the Ottoman Empire, including religious officials, civil servants, intellectuals, viziers, and scientists. The cemetery dates back to the 15th century.
Meandering along, there is no better way to see all these sights than by taking a cruise along the Golden Horn, observing the coastline, historic churches and buildings from the sea. Make a stop at Pierre Loti Hill, which offers one of the most beautiful views of İstanbul. When you reach the stunning peak of Pierre Loti Hill, you will have some time to drink and take in the breathtaking views of the Golden Horn.
