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Mosque of Pasha Gazi Kasim
Best time to visit
Early in the morning, when the light passes through the dome's windows and casts shadows over the Christian frescoes that cover the Ottoman walls.
Budget tips
The admission costs about 1500 HUF (approximately 4 euros). The Pecs Card includes free access and discounts at other attractions in the city.
Recommended for
Curious travelers, History lovers, Architecture enthusiasts, Photographers
Plan your visit
30-45 minutes
About
Quick facts: It was built between 1543 and 1546 during the Ottoman rule, making it the largest mosque in Hungary still standing. Its 22-meter diameter dome holds a Catholic cross, revealing its transformation from mosque to church after the Christian reconquest.
Highlights: Inside, you can still see the remains of the original mihrab, the niche that pointed toward Mecca, along with 16th-century Arabic inscriptions on the walls. The minarets did not survive, but the crescent moon carved into the base of the bell tower reveals its Ottoman past at a glance.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable footwear because the spiral staircase to the bell tower is narrow and steep.
- The best angle for photographing the dome is from the northwest corner of Széchenyi Square at sunset.
- Avoid group guided tours at noon, when the tourist buses arrive; go right when it opens.
- Look for the Arabic inscriptions right above the Catholic altar: it is the detail that best tells its story.
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