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Muradie Mosque

Ottoman mosque·Vlorë

Attributed to Mimar Sinan

About Muradie Mosque

The Muradie Mosque stands on a central square in Vlorë, surrounded by streets on all four sides. It was built between 1537 and 1542, during the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, and is attributed to Mimar Sinan, the greatest architect of the Ottoman Empire, whose mosques fill Istanbul. Its stone walls, dome and slender minaret make it one of the most elegant Ottoman buildings in Albania. It is a cultural monument; visitors are welcome outside prayer times.

Why it's on our list

  • Built 1537–1542
  • Attributed to Mimar Sinan
  • Central square

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Muradie Mosque before you go.

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