Governor Gül commemorated the sovereign who opened and closed an era with prayers.

Governor Gül commemorated the sovereign who opened and closed an era with prayers.

29.05.2026 14:51

Within the scope of the events organized for the 573rd anniversary of the Conquest of Istanbul, Istanbul Governor Davut Gül, Provincial Police Chief Selami Yıldız, and protocol members visited the tomb of Fatih Sultan Mehmet Khan. The delegation commemorated Fatih Sultan Mehmet Khan, who opened the doors of a new era by conquering Istanbul, with prayers.

Within the scope of events organized for the 573rd anniversary of the Conquest of Istanbul, Istanbul Governor Davut Gül, Istanbul Provincial Police Director Selami Yıldız, and protocol members visited the tomb of Fatih Sultan Mehmet Han.

During the visit at the tomb located in the Fatih Mosque Courtyard, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Han, who conquered Istanbul and pioneered the beginning of a new era, was commemorated with mercy, gratitude, and prayers.

In the visit held as part of the Conquest celebrations, the importance of protecting the legacy of our noble ancestors was emphasized, and prayers were offered for Fatih Sultan Mehmet Han and all the heroes who contributed to the conquest.

Various events and commemoration programs are being organized across the city for the 573rd anniversary of the Conquest of Istanbul.

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