About Banya Bashi Mosque

Banya Bashi Mosque is the only mosque in Sofia which is functional today. The mosque represents typical Ottoman architecture and was designed in 1576. The interior of the mosque is spectacular compared to the mundane red bricks of the exterior. Its dome with a diameter of 15 meters is the only remaining example of a domed roof on a cubic base in Bulgaria. There have been several restorations made to the mosque; the last major restoration took place in the 1920s. 

 

Must See

  • Hot springs at the back of the mosque
  • Ottoman architecture
  • Bright interior of the mosque
  • Beautiful minarets

How to reach

Banya Bashi Mosque is very close to City Center Sofia. It won't be more than a 5-minute walk to the mosque.

Tips

  • Visiting and photography are banned during prayer times.
  • Dress modestly.
  • Cover your head while entering the mosque.
  • Remove your shoes before entering the mosque.
  • Most crowded on Fridays.

Visit Time

Prayer times: 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 8:45 p.m. daily.

Visitors are allowed outside of prayer times.

Sunday: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

 

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Entrance Fee

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

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