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The Osmaniye Mosque, also locally known as the Frangomachala Mosque is a former mosque located on eponymous island, in the North Aegean region of Greece. The mosque was built in 1892 during the Ottoman era, was abandoned in 1912, and the building was subsequently repurposed for cultural use.
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Its strategic location is great as it is located at the narrowest passage in the northern Aegean. Therefore it was developed very early. Excavations have revealed findings that indicate a large thriving city, as mentioned by Herodotus. Was an Ionic city with theater, huge port for 80 ships and a large temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Mecidiye Mosque