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The Köprülü Mehmet Pasa Mosque

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The Köprülü Mehmet Pasa Mosque

The Köprülü Mehmet Pasa Mosque

The Köprülü Mehmet Pasa Mosque

This mosque, believed to have been demolished during the Venetian era, was restored in 1655 by Köprülü Mehmet Paşa, who subsequently became it namesake. Today it is known within the community as the Yalı Mosque. It has no epitaph. It has taken on its current shape as a result of repairs to it over time. It has a pleated roof and more or less fits the dimensions of a square. Its door and window ledges are made of red hewn stones, while the rest are made of plaster. It is open for worship services.

The Church of Mother MaryThe Church of Mother Mary

This is the only church currently open for worship services to Bozcaada’s Orthodox congregation. It is situated in the heart of the Greek neighborhood.

Aya Paraskevi MonasteryAya Paraskevi Monastery

A monastery found in the south of Bozcaada belonging to the Christian congregation.

Yeni KaleYeni Kale

Located on the Yeni Kale hilltop. It is in ruins. According to an inscription found within the Bozcaada Castle..

The Köprülü Mehmet Pasa MosqueThe Köprülü Mehmet Pasa Mosque

This mosque, believed to have been demolished during the Venetian era, was restored in 1655 by Köprülü Mehmet Paşa

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While there is no definite information as to when this mosque was constructed, it is estimated to have been in 1700.

Köprülü Turkish Bath

NamazgahNamazgah

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