World Heritage Identification Number: 358
World Heritage since: 1985
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇹🇷 Türkiye
Continent: Asia
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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The Architectural Marvel of the Great Mosque and Hospital of Divriği
The Great Mosque and Hospital of Divriği, located in the Sivas Province of Turkey, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and architectural prowess of the medieval Islamic world. Built in 1228–1229 by the local dynasty of the Mengujekids, this complex is nestled in the upper town, beneath the citadel. Its intricate stone carvings and unique architecture have earned it a place on UNESCO's World Heritage List since 1985.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
This region of Anatolia was conquered by the Turks at the beginning of the 11th century. In 1228–29 Emir Ahmet Shah founded a mosque, with its adjoining hospital, at Divrigi. The mosque has a single prayer room and is crowned by two cupolas. The highly sophisticated technique of vault construction, and a creative, exuberant type of decorative sculpture – particularly on the three doorways, in contrast to the unadorned walls of the interior – are the unique features of this masterpiece of Islamic architecture.
Encyclopedia Record: Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital was built in 1228–1229 by the local dynasty of the Mengujekids in the small Anatolian town of Divriği, now in Sivas Province, Turkey. The complex is in the upper town, below the citadel. The exquisite stone carvings and eclectic architecture of the complex places it among the most important works of architecture in Anatolia and led to its inclusion on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1985.Additional Site Details
Area: 2,016 hectares
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
Coordinates: 39.371271 , 38.121826
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