Virane Synagogue in Istanbul

The Virane Synagogue in Istanbul is a Sephardi synagogue built around 1840. The synagogue has been rebuilt in 1980 and in 1997. This brick building still serves as a synagogue.

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Şakirin Mosque

The Şakirin mosque is one of the most modern in Istanbul, having opened its doors in 2009. The building was designed by Hüsrev Tayla, known for his work on the Kocatepe Mosque. The interior was designed by Zeynep Fadillioğlu, making Şakirin the first mosque partially designed by a woman.