9. Buyuk Han (The Great Ottoman Caravanserai)
Built in 1572 by Muzaffer Pasha, Cyprus’s finest Ottoman courtyard inn featuring 68 vaulted rooms and craft workshops.
Located in the heart of Nicosia’s Walled City, Buyuk Han (1572) features a two-story colonnaded courtyard, an octagonal stone masjid, traditional Cypriot handicraft studios, and cozy courtyard cafes.
Stop-by-Stop Route Plan
Courtyard Masjid & Artisan Workshops
Browse traditional Cypriot crafts in the vaulted rooms and enjoy coffee in the courtyard.
Other Cyprus Driving Routes
1. Kyrenia Castle
Standing proudly at the eastern end of Kyrenia, Kyrenia Castle features massive Venetian defensive walls, Lusignan royal dungeons, the 12th-century Chapel of St. George, and the world’s oldest recovered merchant shipwreck.
2. Kyrenia Ancient Harbour & Promenade
Renowned as one of the most picturesque harbours in the Mediterranean, Kyrenia Ancient Harbour invites visitors to stroll along its stone promenade, embark on boat tours, and dine by the water.
3. Bellapais Abbey
Located in Bellapais village just uphill from Kyrenia, this 13th-century monastery enchants visitors with its Gothic stone arches, acoustic Refectory hall, peaceful courtyard gardens, and traditional village restaurants.
