[2025 Stari Grad Attraction] Travel Guide for Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque (Updated Mar)

Attraction: Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque Location: Sarači 8, Sarajevo, Bosnia This mosque was built in the 16th century, it is the largest historical mosque in Bosnia and Herzegovina and one of the most representative Ottoman structures in the Balkans. It is located in the old town of Sarajevo, easily to find for visitors. It has the capacity of around 1500 people. There is a Madrassah (Islamic school) right opposite to the mosque which visitors can also visit. #timetotravel #bosnia #mosque

A mosque that represents the Old Town in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. This mosque is the starting point for sightseeing in Sarajevo, the Latin Bridge, where the Sarajevo Incident that caused the First World War took place, Sarajevo, the Old Town of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and more. We were not able to enter this mosque. #0yentravel2025February#Sarajevo#BosniaHerzegovina

#JanuaryTravelSupportEvent #FebruaryTravelSupportEvent #OverseasTravel The Gazi Husrev Beg Mosque is the epitome of Ottoman architecture, built in 1531 in the heart of Sarajevo's Old Town. It features a 45.6m high minaret and gorgeous calligraphy decorations, and you can feel a peaceful atmosphere under the 24.4m high dome inside. You can visit with a 3KM admission fee (09:00~12:00, 14:30~16:00), and you should avoid visiting during prayer times (5 times a day). Highlights😁 Historical Crypt: Exhibits 16th-century Ottoman artifacts and restoration records Sarajevo Clock Tower: Unique time system adjusted to the Islamic calendar Night lighting: Magnificent minaret and dome illuminated by golden lights Visit tips😃 Dressing: Clothing below the knees, shoulder coverings are required (scarves can be rented on site) Guided tour: Recommended to understand historical context with English explanations (free of charge within the admission fee) Nearby attractions: Tours connected to Bašcarcija Market Damaged during the war in the 1990s, it has been meticulously restored and some travelers say that it "still has traces of history." It's the perfect place to experience Sarajevo's multicultural identity! #BosniaHerzegovina