History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
It is the historical seaside mosque, built in 1704 during the Ottoman period, where sailors sailing to the Black Sea prayed before setting off on a voyage for centuries. With its cut stone walls, wooden ceiling workmanship and elegant minaret overlooking the lighthouse, it is the most established place of worship in Gerze's maritime and commercial history. It is among the historical buildings that survived the 1956 fire. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is located at sea level, in the Gerze fishing port and seaside square. The smell of the sea and the sounds of the waves create a peaceful tranquility in the mosque courtyard. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Entrance is completely free and open to worship.•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): It is open 7 days a week, from morning adhan to night prayer.•Rules, Security and Baby Stroller/Disabled Access: The mosque courtyard and entrance are level and very suitable for disabled and baby stroller access.•Facilities and Facilities:Historical fountain, ablution room, large stone courtyard and tea houses around it. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:İskele Caddesi, Liman Square, Gerze / Sinop.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is in the town center and can be easily reached by all passenger vehicles from the coastal street.•Actual Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): All public transportation within the district passes through the pier stop right in front of the mosque.•Parking Availability:There is a municipal open parking lot next to the mosque. Spiritual Visiting Etiquette and Commemoration Guidelines•Spiritual Visit and Prayer Etiquette: Prayer should be performed quietly in the mosque, and prayers should be made for the souls of the Black Sea martyrs and sailors.•Documentary & Respectful Shooting:The stone inscription, wooden ceiling and minaret architecture built in 1704 can be documented during non-worship hours.•Important Commemoration Days:Prayers are said with the sailors on Fridays, Kandiller and Cabotage Festival.•Local Spiritual Tradition:Distributing halva and sherbet to the congregation after Friday prayer is a centuries-old port tradition.