Melike Hatun Mosque, Ankara

Melike Hatun Mosque is a modern mosque located in the old quarter of Ankara, known as Hergele Meydanı. It was opened to the public in 2017 and is named after Melike Hatun, a wealthy lady from the 14th century who was the commissioner of many public buildings in Ankara and a supporter of Haji Bayram Veli, an Ottoman poet, and Sufi saint.

The mosque is designed by architect Hilmi Şenalp and is known for its modern features and exhibition halls. It is situated east of Atatürk Boulevard and Gençlik Park, and within the mosque complex, there are a congress center, civilizations museum, meeting halls, and a five-story parking garage. The mosque has a ground area of 3,600 square meters (39,000 square feet) and can accommodate 7,000 prayers. It is a four-minaret mosque, with each minaret having three balconies, and the height of each minaret is 72 meters (236 feet).

The dome has a diameter of 27 meters (89 feet) and a maximum height of 47 meters (154 feet). The interior of the mosque is adorned with warm colors and detailed designs, and there are inscriptions made of gold leaf on the entrance doors. Melike Hatun Mosque is popular among locals and tourists alike due to its modern design and exhibition halls.