Located on the highest hill of Istanbul around Beykoz (distict of Istanbul), Yusha Mosque and the tomb of prophet Yusha dominate not only Boshphorus but also Black Sea.Moreover it is placed the north of the Genoese Castle (Yoros Castle).
Since ancient period, this place has been accepted as a holy location. Many various civilizations established their sanctuaries and temples such as Zeus Temple (later turned into a church named Hagios Michael) to pray surrounding here.
It is believed that the interesting mausoleum buried here belongs to Prophet Yusha who was very close to Prophet Moses and took his place as the leader of the Bani Israil after his death according to Koran.
Since ancient period, this place has been accepted as a holy location. Many various civilizations established their sanctuaries and temples such as Zeus Temple (later turned into a church named Hagios Michael) to pray surrounding here.
It is believed that the interesting mausoleum buried here belongs to Prophet Yusha who was very close to Prophet Moses and took his place as the leader of the Bani Israil after his death according to Koran.
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