Mimar Sinan was born in Agrianos village in late 15th century. He joined Janissary Corps at age 15 during Sultan Selim's reign. Became palace architect in 1538 under Sultan Suleiman
Michelangelo pioneered radical architectural principles, including St. Peter's dome. Mimar Sinan designed over 300 structures, including Selimiye and Süleymaniye mosques. Imhotep created world's first pyramid, the Step Pyramid at Saqqara. Sir Christopher Wren designed St. Paul's Cathedral after London's Great Fire
Ottoman architecture emerged in northwest Anatolia in late 13th century. Early mosques featured complete façades and domes. Bursa became major Ottoman capital from 1326 to 1402. Three main types of mosques: single-domed, T-plan, and multi-unit
Built by Mimar Sinan for Suleiman the Magnificent in 1550-1557. Largest Ottoman-era mosque in Istanbul. Located on Third Hill with extensive Golden Horn view. Part of larger külliye including madrasas, hospital, and public facilities
Sultan Süleyman commissioned the mosque in 1550, completed in 1558. Süleyman was the tenth Ottoman Sultan, ruling from 1520 to 1566. Mimar Sinan served as chief architect for three Ottoman sultans
Located on hilltop between Ministry of Wlar and Sheikhulislam Office. Founded in 1556 by Sultan Süleyman the Lawgiver. Offers panoramic view of Europe, Asia, and Bithynian Olympus