Uftade Mosque and Tomb is a historical complex in Bursa's Osmangazi district, near the Hisar region, housing the place of worship and tomb of the 16th-century mystic Uftade Hazretleri; it stands out with its muqarnas mihrab and period pen works.
Uftade Mosque takes its name from Uftade Mehmed Muhyiddin Efendi, the founder of the Celveti order. Built in the name of Uftade Hazretleri, who passed away in 1580, it has undergone several renovations in subsequent centuries. In the 1855 earthquake, the large dome collapsed, and the arches of the last congregation area cracked. In 1869, Serasker Rıza Pasha rebuilt it. Its current state largely dates from this renovation.
The mosque is a small but compact structure with interior dimensions of 13x13 meters. The three-domed last congregation area is supported by three arches from the front and one from each side; there is a three-meter deep transition area at the entrance. The mihrab has seven rows of muqarnas, 19th-century pen works are visible on the walls, and 26 windows illuminate the interior. To the east of the mosque, the square-plan tomb, rebuilt in 1869, houses the sarcophagi of Uftade, his children, and his disciples.
Most visitors come here not as a tourist spot, but to pray. A constantly recurring comment is the feeling of spiritual tranquility: a silence noticed as soon as one enters the street. The number of visitors increases on holy nights and Fridays. The building is old but well-maintained. Since the street is narrow, those coming by car prefer the nearby municipal car park.
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Guide's Note
Best Time to Visit
The mosque is open from morning prayer time and suitable for visits throughout the day. On Fridays and holy nights, the number of visitors increases; those seeking a quiet experience may want to avoid these hours. Spring mornings are highlighted in comments. The weather is mild, and the street is quiet.
How to Get There
Uftade Mosque is located in Kavaklı Neighborhood, near Bursa Hisar region. It is approximately 1 km walking distance from Şehreküstü stop and 150 meters from Pınarbaşı Cemetery stop. Those coming from outside the city can take bus number 38 from the terminal. Since the streets are narrow, it is more practical for those coming by car to park at the municipal car park and walk the last part.
Location in Bursa
The mosque is located within the walled area where Bursa Castle is situated. In the same vicinity are the tombs of Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi, Tophane, and the Hisar district. It can easily be added to a travel itinerary.
How Much Time to Allocate
A visit usually takes 20-30 minutes. Since the mosque and tomb are small structures, they do not require a long tour. Those coming for a spiritual visit can extend this period according to their own pace.
Nearby Excursion Suggestion
You can add Uftade Mosque to your Hisar region tour and visit Osman Gazi Tomb, Tophane Park, and the historical Hisar streets all in the same day. Walking distances are short, and the program is not tiring.
Things to Pay Attention To
The mosque and tomb are active places of worship. Appropriate attire for mosque etiquette is recommended (headscarf for women, long sleeves and skirt/trousers). The parking area is not right next to the building, but a little further away; you may need to rely on street parking.
Tomb and Spiritual Significance
The tomb belongs to Uftade Mehmed Muhyiddin Efendi, known as the teacher of Aziz Mahmud Hudayi. The square-plan structure, with a wooden hip roof, was renovated by Serasker Rıza Pasha in 1844. Inside, in addition to Uftade, there are sarcophagi belonging to his children and disciples. Visitors see this as one of Bursa's spiritual stops. A frequently repeated observation in comments is the tranquility felt as soon as one enters the street.
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