Enjoy the Courtyard: The Blue Mosque features a spacious courtyard, known as the Sultanahmet Square. Take a leisurely stroll through the courtyard, surrounded by lush gardens and fountains.

Sultan Ahmed I was determined to build a mosque that rivaled the nearby Hagia Sophia, and most would agree that he accomplished this task or, at least, came close. Since the early 1600s, the Blue ...

The Astana Grand mosque is a visual delight ... (the patterns are also mirrored on the floor of the courtyard) and the white and blue contrasting building, this is a striking view.