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Facts

Also Known As Mimar Koca Sinan • Mimar Sinan
Born c.1490 • Turkey
Died July 17, 1588 • Istanbul • Turkey
Notable Works Şehzade Mosque • Mosque of Selim • Süleymaniye Mosque

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Mimar Sinan: Mosque of Süleyman I the Magnificent
Edirne, Turkey: Mosque of Selim
Exterior of the Selim Mosque at Edirne, Turkey, designed by Sinan, 1569–75.
Interior of the Selim Mosque at Edirne, Turkey, designed by Sinan, 1569–75.
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