Akdoğan Prayer House

Discover architectural details on a smaller scale.

Akdoğan Mescidi is dated to the 15th century and attributed to Selçuk Bey, father of Umur Bey. Its importance lies especially in the timber roof rather than monumental scale.

Approximately two thirds of the ceiling uses a distinctive construction described as a tüteklikli roof. It demonstrates timber as a material that creates and supports space, rather than merely decorating it.

The building adds a smaller neighbourhood prayer space to the architectural variety of the historic centre. Interior access is important for appreciating its characteristic roof.