A rare 12th-century Byzantine church with a domed Greek-cross plan, next to the Valens Aqueduct. The oldest known image of St Francis was found here; the frescoes are now in the Archaeological Museums.
- Address
- Vefa, İstanbul
- Hours
- Active mosque; closed to visitors during prayers
- Best time to go
- Afternoon · About 20 min
- Price
- Free
- Price level
- ₺
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- The frescoes are not on site; come for the architecture
- Combine with Vefa Bozacısı and Şehzade Mosque