Hıdırlık Mosque and Tomb

The first mosque on Hıdırlık Hill was built as a sign of respect for Suheyb-i Rumi, one of the companions of Prophet Muhammad. The exact date of this first structure is unknown. The mosque you see today was built in 1889 (Hijri 1307) by Hıdıroğlu Hayrettin. The construction took place with the command and assistance of Sultan Abdülhamid II, after Beşiktaş Guard Yedi Sekiz Hasan Pasha informed the Sultan of the situation. The mosque has three separate inscriptions: one in Arabic above the mihrab recording the date, one in Turkish east of the door opening to the harim, and a four-line text on the minbar containing information about the master and the date.

In the tomb located west of the mosque are the sarcophagi of Suheyb-i Rumi and Ubeyd Gazi. According to legend, these two companions set out from Medina for the conquest of Istanbul and were martyred in Çorum. In the garden, there is a separate structure, the Kerebi Gazi tomb, which contains the graves of Kerebi Gazi, as well as Hacı Salih Efendi and Zarif Efendi. Visitors often speak of the spiritual atmosphere of this section. The companions' graves are an important stop, especially for those wishing to pray.

Holy nights are the busiest times at Hıdırlık Mosque. It is also frequently chosen for wedding ceremonies and circumcision rituals. Hıdrellez festivities in May are held in the green area around the mosque; if you visit during this period, you can see both the mosque and experience the festive atmosphere. If you are planning a quiet trip, choosing weekday daytime hours is more comfortable.

Since it is close to Çorum city center, it is possible to reach it on foot. If you are using public transport, lines 2A (Terminal-Hitü Hospital-Bahçelievler/Ring) and 4A (Terminal-Hitü Hospital-H.B.V.) operate on routes near Hıdırlık. If you are visiting the city for the first time, you can also walk up to Hıdırlık Hill from the Grand Mosque in the city center.

As the mosque is an active place of worship, silence and respect are expected during prayer times. When taking photos in the tomb sections, be careful not to disturb other visitors' moments of prayer. It is useful for female visitors to have a headscarf; as in most mosques, headscarves can be provided at the entrance here, but carrying your own is more practical.

You can combine your visit to Hıdırlık Mosque with other historical mosques in Çorum. The Grand Mosque (Murad-ı Rabi Mosque) in the city center stands out as a Seljuk period structure repaired by Mimar Sinan. Han Mosque in Gülabibey Neighborhood also dates back to the early Ottoman period. All three are close to the center, so they can be easily visited in a single day.