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Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi
The building is located on Vali Fuat Bey Caddesi (Büyükyol). It is estimated to have been built in the early 19th century on the site of the Church of John the Baptist, commissioned by Bishop Nona in 457. It was also referred to as a cathedral because it was the largest church of its period and in the region. The building remained in ruins for many years and was at one time used as a power plant. It was restored on 28 May 1993 and opened for worship as a mosque.
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Suggested visit:45 minutes
The structure is located on Vali Fuat Bey Caddesi (Büyükyol). It is estimated to have been built in the early 19th century on top of the Church of John the Baptist, commissioned by Bishop Nona in 457. As it was the largest church of its period and in the region, it was also called a cathedral. The structure remained in ruins for many years and was at one time used as a power plant. On 28 May 1993, it was repaired and opened for worship as a mosque. The entrance of the mosque is on the west side, and the last congregation area was also made by making use of the narthex (entrance section) of the earlier church. The prayer area is illuminated to a considerable extent by windows.
On the edges of the windows on the structure, there are half-columns remaining from the church and reliefs of intertwined dragons. Because the first church was used as a mosque for a period by Selahaddin Eyyubi, when the structure was converted into a mosque it was referred to by the same name. The mosque was repaired in 2010-2011 by the General Directorate of Foundations.
Source: "Kültür ve İnançlar Diyarı Şanlıurfa" Şanlıurfa Governorship Provincial Directorate of Culture and Tourism Publications City Library Series:26
Places to Visit in Şanlıurfa Address: Yeni Mahallesi, 63200 Şanlıurfa Merkez/Şanlıurfa
Last updated: 22 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi sits within Eyyübiye, Şanlıurfa. The toroti catalogue holds 75 described stops across Şanlıurfa, 48 of them in Eyyübiye.
The nearest stop is Şazeli Ali Dede Türbesi, 180 m to the southwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
The Gaziantep – Sanliurfa route passes 12 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.
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Frequently asked
- What is Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi?
- The building is located on Vali Fuat Bey Caddesi (Büyükyol). It is estimated to have been built in the early 19th century on the site of the Church of John the Baptist, commissioned by Bishop Nona in 457. It was also referred to as a cathedral because it was the largest church of its period and in the region. The building remained in ruins for many years and was at one time used as a power plant. It was restored on 28 May 1993 and opened for worship as a mosque.
- Where is Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi?
- Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi is in Eyyübiye, Şanlıurfa.
- How long does it take to visit Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi?
- The suggested visit time for Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi; the closest are Şazeli Ali Dede Türbesi, Halil Ür-rahman Camii / Döşeme Camii, Şeyh Dede Osman Avni Türbesi.
- Is Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi on the way anywhere, and which route?
- Selahaddin Eyyubi Camii / Aziz Johannes Prodromos Addai Kilisesi lies 12 km from the Gaziantep – Sanliurfa route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.