The mosque is named after Khadija bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad.
The architectural design incorporates modern geometric aesthetics common in 21st-century Turkish religious buildings.
The mosque is strategically positioned along one of the longest coastal boulevards in the Black Sea region.
The structure serves as a central social focal point for the residents of the densely populated Atakum residential area.
Hazrat Hatice Mosque is a modern architectural structure situated in the Atakum district of Samsun, Türkiye. It is located along the Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Boulevard, a major transit artery connecting the city center to the coastal suburbs. The mosque serves the local Cumhuriyet neighborhood and is noted for its contemporary design that deviates from traditional Ottoman architectural patterns. The site features a prominent minaret and is built to accommodate a significant congregation for daily and congregational prayers. The structure is integrated into the urban fabric of Samsun's growing western district, reflecting the city's recent infrastructure expansion.
From the opposite side of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Boulevard to capture the full vertical scale of the minaret and the main facade.
Visit during sunset to view the mosque's exterior lighting against the evening sky.
Combine your visit with a walk along the nearby Atakum coastline for a mix of spiritual and leisure activities.
Attempting to photograph or enter during the height of Friday noon congregational prayers as the space will be at maximum capacity.
Visitors must remove footwear before entering the carpeted prayer area, maintain silence, and dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees; women should bring a headscarf.
