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Historic Burma Mosque and Minaret
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Historic Burma Mosque and Minaret

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Admission StatusFree Entry
Visiting HoursOpen Daily

About & Visitor Guide

History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore

  • •The Historical Burma Mosque, built in 1572 during the Ottoman period, takes its name from the unique 'Burma Minaret' made of cut stone with spiral grooves.
  • •It is the most elegant representative of classical Ottoman stone architecture in the city, with its wooden ceiling core, hand-carved decorations and single-domed narthex.
  • •In the legends, it is told that the master who built the minaret, while combining the stones with mortar, aimed for an elegance that rises straight and twisted to the sky, like an elif, and that the minaret has remained standing despite earthquakes for centuries. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
  • •The altitude is approximately 915 meters above sea level. It is located on Burma Mosque Street, in the heart of the historical urban protected area.
  • •The stone courtyard, shaded by plane trees, offers a quiet and spiritual shelter in the lively environment of the bazaar.
  • •The cut stone structure and spiral minaret silhouette mark the historical identity of the city. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
  • •Entrance Fee:Visiting the mosque is completely free.
  • •Visiting Hours and Days:It is open 7 days a week from morning adhan to night prayer.
  • •Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: The mosque courtyard is level and wheelchair accessible; You must enter the place of worship without shoes.
  • •Facilities and Facilities:Ablution room, historical fountain, rest courtyard and WC are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location
  • •Address / Open Location:İslice Mahallesi, Burma Camii Sokak No:8, Merkez / Uşak.
  • •Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is a 3-minute walk from Uşak Ulu Mosque and Historical Pasha Inn.
  • •Real Public Transportation Information: All municipal buses heading towards İsmetpaşa Street and Çarşı drop off at the beginning of Cami Street.
  • •Parking Availability:The bazaar multi-storey municipal car park can be used. Spiritual Visiting Etiquette and Commemoration Guidelines
  • •Spiritual Visit and Prayer Etiquette: Dignity should be maintained in the four-century-old temple and worship should be performed with reverence in accordance with mosque etiquette.
  • •Documentary & Respectful Shooting:Spiral-grooved stone minaret and wooden ceiling workmanship can be photographed in natural daylight.
  • •Important Commemoration Days:It is filled with intense interest from the surrounding tradesmen and the community during Kandil nights and Friday prayers.
  • •Local Spiritual Tradition:It is common to buy hot Uşak tahini pita and katmer from the bazaar bakeries after the prayer.

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