Arts of Islam; Spotlight On: The Grand Mosque of Bursa

Antiquity
Written By Al Fusaic

By Jane Fitzpatrick

The Grand Mosque of Bursa was commissioned by Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I to honor his victory in the Battle of Nicopolis in 1396.

"The Grand Mosque of Bursa" is the first installation of the Arts of Islam Miniseries: Spotlight On. This lecture focuses on the history of the mosque and its international significance. Interact with the images and audio at your own pace, and explore an Ottoman masterpiece!

Source:

https://www.dailysabah.com/feature/2018/06/18/bursas-most-prominent-landmark-the-grand-mosque.

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