Ibrahim Pasha Mosque

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:18:00 +0300

Ibrahim Pasha Mosque is the second largest Muslim temple in the Balkan region. It is situated in the central part of the town of Razgrad. The mosque is one of the most beautiful examples of classical Ottoman architecture. Construction of the sanctuary ended in 1616. Talented Bulgarian craftsmen worked on the Muslim temple. Ibrahim Pasha’s minaret is cover in processed stone. Beautiful wall paintings decorate the inside. Lead covers the roof. Since 1967, the mosque is a monument of culture of national importance and one of the sites included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List. When visiting Razgrad, you can explore the exterior of the mosque only. For the past 30 years, Ibrahim Pasha has been closed because of its need of renovation. Ottoman ruler Ibrahim Pasha demanded the construction of the mosque. A slab stone in front of the mosque reads: Sons! We...

Razgrad

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:16:00 +0200

Razgrad is a town situated in northeastern Bulgaria. Few facts about the town are known. According to historians, a Roman settlement was situated there. It carried the name Abrittus. During the Middle Ages, the town was a craftsmen center and had commercial connections with all parts of the Ottoman empire. After the liberation, Razgrad changed its oriental looks. Today, it has become a modern town and a pharmaceutical production center. The town has several landmarks, among which the remains of Abrittus. You can visit the clock tower of the town and St. Nikola church, constructed in the 19th century. Razgrad is well known for its yoghurt production. A yoghurt fair takes place there each July. According to some, the unbelievable taste of the local yoghurt comes from a specific herb that sheep often graze on.

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