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Ottoman heritage in Rhodes

Rhodes, one of the largest islands in the Aegean Sea, continues to attract history enthusiasts with its Ottoman-era structures, with the İbrahim Pasha Mosque standing out as the only mosque open for worship.

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Ottoman heritage in Rhodes

The Suleymaniye Mosque in the center of Rhodes, one of the Ottomans' first major architectural works on the island, draws attention with its design and courtyard but remains closed to visitors and worshippers, saddening especially Turkish visitors.

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Ottoman heritage in Rhodes

Built in honor of Ottoman Grand Vizier Pargalı İbrahim Pasha, the İbrahim Pasha Mosque is the only mosque on the island where Muslims can worship.

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Ottoman heritage in Rhodes

Constructed by order of Sultan Suleiman, the Suleymaniye Mosque is opened only for Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha prayers.

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Ottoman heritage in Rhodes