Buyuk Han is not only the most important Ottoman period work in Nicosia, but also on the entire island. It was built between 1572 and 1579 with a square plan and two floors, taking the Koza Han in Bursa as an example. The ground floor rooms of the caravanserai with a total of 68 rooms were used as trading houses, while the upper floor rooms were used as a hotel. Today, it is a tourist and entertainment center where artistic and touristic products are offered for sale.
Important features of Buyuk Han:
- Built between 1572 and 1579.
- Built following the example of the Koza Han in Bursa.
- Has a square plan.
- Has two floors.
- Has a total of 68 rooms.
- The ground floor rooms were used as trading houses, while the upper floor rooms were used as a hotel.
- Today it is a tourist and entertainment center where artistic and touristic products are offered for sale.
Buyuk Han is one of the most important tourist attractions in Nicosia. By visiting this historical structure, you can see the Ottoman architecture, explore the shops in the caravanserai, and relax with a coffee.
