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Yağ Camii

The structure is located in Adana province, Seyhan district, Alidede neighborhood, on Ali Münif Yeğenağa avenue. Yağ Camii was converted from a church into a mosque in 1501 by order of Ramazanoğlu Halil Bey. The structure, whose original name was Eski Cami, has been known as Yağ Camii up to the present because an oil market had been set up in front of its door. According to foundation documents, it is established that it was also called Servet Uygun Cam-i Atik and Cami-i Köhne. The construction of the minaret was completed in 1525.

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Yağ Camii

Highlights

  • Faith heritage

Good for

  • Heritage walks

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Yağ Camii sits within Seyhan, Adana. The toroti catalogue holds 51 described stops across Adana, 21 of them in Seyhan.

The nearest stop is Kazancılar Çarşısı, 150 m to the east. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Ankara – Adana route passes 4.3 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Frequently asked

What is Yağ Camii?
The structure is located in Adana province, Seyhan district, Alidede neighborhood, on Ali Münif Yeğenağa avenue. Yağ Camii was converted from a church into a mosque in 1501 by order of Ramazanoğlu Halil Bey. The structure, whose original name was Eski Cami, has been known as Yağ Camii up to the present because an oil market had been set up in front of its door. According to foundation documents, it is established that it was also called Servet Uygun Cam-i Atik and Cami-i Köhne. The construction of the minaret was completed in 1525.
Where is Yağ Camii?
Yağ Camii is in Seyhan, Adana.
How long does it take to visit Yağ Camii?
The suggested visit time for Yağ Camii is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Yağ Camii?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Yağ Camii; the closest are Kazancılar Çarşısı, Hasan Ağa Camii, Büyük Saat.
Is Yağ Camii on the way anywhere, and which route?
Yağ Camii lies 4.3 km from the Ankara – Adana route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.