Büyük Camii, Düzce merkezinde İstanbul Caddesi üzerinde yer alan, 1912'de inşa edilip 1999 depreminden sonra dört kubbeli ve iki minareli olarak yeniden yapılan cami; giriş ücretsizdir.
Buyuk Camii, although not called by Duzce's name, is what everyone knows as the Yeni Camii. Its original form was built in 1912 with a rectangular plan: 1.10 meter thick rubble stone walls, five windows with rounded arches, and a rosette-decorated main door on the north facade. The date 1328 Hijri (1910 CE) above the door can still be read. The original roof was wooden and pyramid-shaped, covered with Spanish tiles; it had a single-balconied minaret.
Heavily damaged in the 1999 earthquake and demolished, the mosque today stands at 36.20x22.60 meters, with four domes and two minarets. With an area of 2,470 square meters, it is the city center's largest place of worship. Although much of the original character was lost during reconstruction, the plasterwork on the mihrab and the walnut wood inlaid minbar stand out. Rated 4.8 on Google, the mosque provides a peaceful prayer environment according to most visitors. However, some comments mention complaints about toilet and floor cleanliness, particularly at the entrance of the women's section.
The mosque is located on Istanbul Street, at a point where some of Duzce's busiest bus lines pass. It's a central stop that you may pass by unplanned while exploring the city.
Guide's Note
History and Architecture of the Mosque
The mosque later took the name 'new'; its original construction dates back to 1910-1912. The 1328 Hijri date on the upper arch of the door is proof of this. The original structure had 1.10 meter thick rubble stone walls, five windows with rounded arches on the east and west facades, and a wooden pyramid-shaped roof. The 1999 earthquake heavily damaged and demolished this structure; the mosque you see today is completely rebuilt: four domes, two minarets, and a 2,470 square meter building. Traces of the original architecture are partially preserved in the plasterwork on the mihrab and the walnut wood inlaid minbar.
Best Time for a Visit
The mosque is open during prayer times, but for those who want to explore, the time between noon and afternoon prayer is a quieter period. The crowd increases before and after Friday prayers, so it might be better to visit at a different time during those periods.
How to Get There?
The mosque is on Istanbul Street in Duzce, right in the center of the city. Bus routes 14, 16, 23, 23-A and 50 pass nearby; the nearest stop, Adil Seven Stop, is a 2-minute walk away. If you're staying in the city center, you can easily reach it on foot. For those driving private vehicles, parking on the street is generally not difficult.
How Much Time Should You Allocate?
The mosque visit takes 15-30 minutes. Those who want to examine architectural details, especially the door inscription and minbar, can stay a bit longer. It can be included in a half-day city tour by combining it with other stops in Duzce center, such as the Konuralp Museum.
Things to Pay Attention to Before Visiting
As it is a mosque, appropriate dress code is required, and women should wear a headscarf. There is a point that comes up frequently in comments: restrooms are paid and some visitors are not satisfied with cleanliness. Bringing your own tissue makes things easier. Different experiences have been shared regarding floor cleanliness, especially at the entrance of the women's section. Nevertheless, most visitors say they found the mosque peaceful.
Good Photo Spots
The main entrance door on the north facade, with its rosette-decorated corners and the historical inscription above it, is the most eye-catching spot for photography. Those who want to capture all two minarets and four domes can shoot by stepping back a bit from the street across from the mosque.
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