Damad İbrahim Pasha Complex
Damad Ibrahim Pasha Complex is located on the point where Dede Efendi and Şehzadebaşı Streets intersect.This complex was built in the 18th century by the order of Damad Ibrahim Pasha who held the office of Grand Vizier three times of Ottoman Empire.
Damad Ibrahim Pasha Complex was built with the aim of being used as Darul Hadis Madrassa and library. In the south part of the yard of the complex there are graves of Damad Ibrahim Pasha and his sons. There are also iwan rooms that were used by the students studying in the madrassa.
The fountain of the complex was damaged during road works. Classroom in the complex was turned into a mosque. In that year, a balconied minaret was added to the structure. This structure is the only remaining part of the complex that has survived until today. The water-tank with a fountain of the mosque is located at the woodland in the complex.
Damad Ibrahim Pasha Complex reflects the characteristics of Tulip Era. This complex provided service with its sophisticated training staff.
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