The original Great Mosque was built in the 14th century by Hidir Bey, a military commander in the Seljuk period.

Sultan Abdul Haziz's mother funded the construction of this mosque.

[2] The mosque is located in a large tree-filled courtyard adjacent to Samsun Saathane Square.

The mosque has large arched windows which let in an abundance of natural light.

[3] The Mosque is serviced by the Büyük Cami Station of the Samsun Tram, and is visible from Ataturk Boulevard.