Haydar Pasha Mosque, Nicosia

Name: Haydar Pasha Mosque
Address: Nicosia, Cyprus

#28 among attractions in Nicosia

Gothic architecture, Mosque

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Haydar Pasha Mosque, formerly St. Catherine's Church, is a historic mosque in North Nicosia. It is the most important Gothic building in Nicosia after Ayia Sophia, formerly the Frankish cathedral of Nicosia. It has been described by Harry Charles Luke as representing one of the finest examples of Gothic building on the island. ()

Local name: Ναός Αγίας Αικατερίνης, Λευκωσία Established: XIV centuryArchitectural style: GothicCoordinates: 35°10'39"N, 33°21'58"E

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Haydar Pasha Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Sophia Cathedral, Büyük Han, Famagusta Gate, Cyprus Folk Art Museum.

~580 ftSW
Mosque housed in a onetime Gothic church
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~1090 ftSW
Shopping area in a historic building
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~1920 ftSE
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~1560 ftS
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~1690 ftS
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~1770 ftSW
Square
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~1710 ftNW
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0.4 miS
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~780 ftSW
Gothic architecture, Church, Historical place
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~1630 ftSW
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~970 ftNW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Haydar Pasha Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Haydar Pasha, Nicosia (1 min walk), Lusignan House, Nicosia (2 min walk), Eaved House, Nicosia (3 min walk), St. Sophia Cathedral, Nicosia (3 min walk).

How to get to Haydar Pasha Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Haydar Pasha Mosque:

Bus

Ermou • Lines: L1 (5 min walk)
Polyergastiria - Chrysaliniotissa • Lines: L1 (7 min walk)