| The mosque was built in 1438-1439. It's founder was Ishak Bey, Voyvoda and Commander of Skopje during the Ottoman period. The mosque was restored in 1519 and after the earthquake in 1963. It is one of the oldest mosques of Skopje. The name "Allaja" means "Decorated" and refers to the richly coloured decoration. After the restoration in 1519, the mosque was expanded with the side areas that give the present day appearance. You can find a Turbe (tomb) in the courtyard; it is assumed that Pasha Bey, one of Ishak Bey's sons, is buried in it.
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