Kokrulu Kulliyesi

Kokrulu Kulliyesi

( Social Complex )

The Koprulu Kulliye is located on the Divanyolu. It was built by Köprülü Mehmet Pasha in 1661. The masjid, madrasah, tomb, fountain, public fountain, library, inn and shops were placed in wide area. The big Inn in this small complex shows us that this part was developed commercially in the 17th century. The masjid with eight corners also served as a classroom as a feature of the time. Arcaded and domed rooms of the madrasah surround the masjid in an L-shape. The tomb has eight corners. These corners were supported by pillars.

The spaces between the arches are bronze latticed. Here Köprülü Mehmet Pasha, Fazıl Ahmet Pasha and Ayşe Hanım were also buried. The fountain is on the wall of masjid facing the street.