The mosque was constructed in 1427-1428, making it one of the oldest standing religious buildings in Ankara.
It is physically attached to the 2nd-century BCE Temple of Augustus, creating a unique juxtaposition of Roman and Islamic historical architecture.
The mosque’s interior features ornate wood carvings that differ from the stone-heavy design typical of later Ottoman imperial mosques.
Hacı Bayram-ı Veli, the patron saint, was a contemporary of the Ottoman Sultan Murad II.
The complex underwent significant architectural restoration between 2006 and 2011 to preserve its original wood and tile elements.
The surrounding district of Hacı Bayram is one of the few areas in Ankara that retains a high density of pre-republican urban fabric.
The Hacı Bayram Mosque is an Ottoman-era religious complex situated adjacent to the Temple of Augustus and Rome in Ankara's historic Ulus district. Built in the 15th century, the mosque commemorates Hacı Bayram-ı Veli, a prominent Sufi mystic and poet who founded the Bayramiye order. The structure features a distinctive wooden ceiling and intricate Kütahya tiles added during 18th-century renovations. The complex functions as a religious center and a site of pilgrimage for local worshippers. Its architecture reflects the transition between Seljuk and Ottoman styles, characterized by a rectangular layout and a tiled roof rather than a central dome. The surrounding Hacı Bayram Square provides an elevated vantage point over the city's older residential quarters. The site remains an active place of worship with an integrated tomb housing the remains of the saint.
From the steps of the Roman Temple of Augustus overlooking the mosque entrance.
Walk through the adjacent Roman ruins to see how the mosque complex integrates with the ancient Temple of Augustus.
Visit the surrounding artisan shops in the Hacı Bayram neighborhood for traditional Turkish crafts and textiles.
Observe the mosque from the public park square for the best views of the minarets against the backdrop of the Ankara Castle.
Avoid visiting on Friday afternoons as the courtyard becomes extremely crowded with local worshippers and prayer groups.
The mosque is accessible daily, but the interior remains closed to tourists during congregational prayer times.
Visitors must dress modestly; women are expected to cover their hair with a scarf. Remove shoes before stepping onto the carpeted area, and avoid visiting during the five daily prayer sessions.
