Explore the rich history of mosques and Ottoman architecture in Bitola, Macedonia, a city known for its stunning cultural heritage.
Located in the historic heart of Bitola, the Yeni Mosque is one of the most impressive monuments from the Ottoman period in the city. It was built in 1558–1559 by Qadi Mehmed Efendi, a Bitola judge from the mid-16th century,…
Located on the left bank of the Dragor River, the Ishak Mosque is the largest and main mosque in Bitola. Built in the year 1506, the mosque served for centuries as an important spiritual, cultural, and urban center of the…
Yeni hammam (New hammam) is the pearl of the oriental architecture in Bitola. Housed in the former Wooden Market, it is assumed that this hammam dates back to the 17th century. The hammams (Turkish baths) had an important role in…