Iznik is historically famous for its production of cobalt blue glazed earthenware. These painted tiles can be found in various mosques, tombs, libraries and palace complexes in Istanbul and all over Turkey. I first discovered Iznik after visiting Rustem Pasha Mosque (Turkish = Rüstem Paşa Camii) in Istanbul. Rustem Pasha Mosque is most famous for its expansive use of Iznik tiles, decorating the inner walls, mihrab, minbar and external facade with over 80 different floral and geometric … [Read more...]