Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Mostar

Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque is a 17th century Ottoman mosque in Mostar. It is one of the most important mosques in the city and the most scenic as it stands on the bank of the Neretva River.

About this building

The mosque was built in 1618 on the initiative of Mehmed Koskija, the chronicler of the great vizier Lala Mehmed Sokolovic. The building suffered considerable damage during the Bosnian War (1992-1995). It was restored in the late 90s and since then has become one of the main tourist attractions in the city. The mosque is open to visitors who can also climb to the top of the minaret.

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments
  • Links to national heritage

Visitors information

  • Steps to enter the building or churchyard
  • Café within 500m

Other nearby buildings

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Karađoz Bey Mosque

The Karađoz Bey Mosque was built between 1557 and 1558 according to the plans of the famous Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan. It suffered serious damage during the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but was rebuilt and reopened in 2004.