Koursoum Tzami (Mosque)

Ottoman_icon

Koursoum Tzami (Mosque)

The Muslim mosque of Osman Sah or Koursum mosque was erected by Osman Sah, who served as commander of the sajaki (prefecture) of Trikala and was buried, in 1567, in the neighbouring octagonal mausoleum. The impressive mosque, which has been declared a monument of architectural heritage by UNESCO, was built by the famous architect of Greek descent, Mimar Sinan, most probably in 1557. At present the mosque serves as an exhibition centre.

More Places

Siatista town historic settlement Kozani Western Macedonia Greece

Siatista

Divided into two districts, Geraneia (lower district) and Chora (upper district), the capital of Voios country, Siatista, still preserves its

Read more...