The mosque's six minarets are designed to represent the six articles of faith in Islam.
The main dome has a diameter of 32 meters, symbolizing the 32 obligatory prayers in Islam.
The 40 windows in the main dome represent the age at which the Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation.
It was built on the site of a former cemetery, requiring extensive landscaping to transform the area into a park.
The interior tiling work utilizes traditional Iznik tile patterns produced specifically for this structure.
The Sabanci Central Mosque is the largest mosque in Türkiye and the Middle East, situated on the banks of the Seyhan River in Adana. It features six minarets, four of which reach 99 meters in height, with the remaining two standing at 75 meters. The architectural design incorporates classical Ottoman style, utilizing a main dome that rises 54 meters. Completed in 1998, the building is a collaboration between the Religious Affairs Foundation of Türkiye and the Sabancı Foundation. The interior can accommodate 28,500 people simultaneously. It is constructed from reinforced concrete with marble and tile cladding. The mosque complex includes a library, fountain, and classrooms within its expansive grounds. It serves as a prominent landmark for the city skyline.
From the pedestrian bridge in Merkez Park, capturing the mosque with the river in the foreground.
Visit the surrounding Merkez Park to capture the best panoramic views of the mosque reflected in the river.
Remove footwear and place them in the provided shelves before entering the prayer hall.
Visit during the shoulder seasons to avoid the extreme heat of Adana summers.
Do not enter the prayer hall during active congregational prayer times if you are not participating.
Modest dress is required; shoulders, knees, and hair (for women) must be covered. Maintain silence within the prayer hall.
