Koza Han Bursa is a historic inn in the city’s Hanlar district, between Ulu Cami and Orhan Cami. Its courtyard, pavilion mosque and long connection to Bursa’s silk-cocoon trade make it a worthwhile stop while walking through the historic centre.
- Setting: Bursa’s Hanlar district, between Ulu Cami and Orhan Cami.
- From Kule Pansiyon: about a 12-minute walk from Kule Pansiyon.
- What to see: the courtyard, arcaded galleries, pavilion mosque and monumental northern portal.
- Visit planning: published opening-hour listings differ, so check before setting out.
For a wider route through the area, use this walk through Bursa’s historic centre as a companion guide.
What is Koza Han, and where is it?
Koza Han is a historic commercial inn in Bursa’s Hanlar, or historic inns, district. It stands between Ulu Cami and Orhan Cami, among the city’s historic bazaar streets.
Sultan Bayezid II commissioned the han to provide income for his mosque and madrasa complex in Istanbul. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s Culture Portal dates its construction to 1490–1491 and names Abdullah bin Pulad Şah as its architect.
The building has been known by several names, including Yeni Han, Beylik Han, Simkeş and Kervansaray. Today it remains in commercial use as part of the Hanlar District. That district was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2014 as part of “Bursa and Cumalıkızık: The Birth of the Ottoman Empire.”
What should you look for in the courtyard?
The rectangular courtyard is the centre of Koza Han, with two-storey arcaded galleries running around it. The eastern adjoining section, which included stables, is known as İç Koza Han.
Look toward the middle of the courtyard for the pavilion mosque, which stands on eight supports. A fountain sits beneath the upper-floor prayer space. The main northern entrance is another architectural detail to notice: its monumental portal is decorated with turquoise tiles.
Koza Han’s layout reflects its role as a working inn and trading place. The Culture Portal and Osmangazi Municipality report 50 rooms on the lower floor and 51 on the upper floor. The han played a significant role in Bursa’s silk-cocoon trade, and its commercial use continues within the historic district.
What can you expect from the shops and cafés?
Koza Han remains a commercial space, so its courtyard and galleries sit alongside the everyday activity of shops and cafés. The setting connects the present-day bazaar to the han’s historic role in Bursa’s trade, particularly the silk-cocoon trade.
Allow time to look around the courtyard and its arcades as well as the businesses within the han.
How do you plan access and timing?
Barrier-free access and guide service are Koza Han accessibility features.
Published opening-hour schedules differ. Rather than rely on one timetable, check the official site before you go. The address is Nalbantoğlu, Kapalı Çarşı Cad., 16010 Osmangazi/Bursa.
If you need information about entry or a guide, confirm it before your visit.
Which nearby sights can you pair with Koza Han?
Ulu Cami and Orhan Cami are the closest named companions in Koza Han’s setting, with the han positioned between them. For more context on one of Bursa’s major religious landmarks, read the Ulu Cami visitor guide.
The Bursa City Museum is another option for a wider historic-centre outing.
You can also add the Bursa City Museum to a wider historic-centre outing. Its location and Koza Han’s place in the same central area make the Bursa City Museum guide useful when planning what else to see.
FAQs
What is Koza Han known for?
Koza Han is known for its historic courtyard inn architecture and its important role in Bursa’s silk-cocoon trade. It remains in commercial use in the Hanlar district.
Who commissioned Koza Han?
Sultan Bayezid II commissioned the han to generate income for his mosque and madrasa complex in Istanbul. Construction is dated to 1490–1491.
Is there a mosque inside Koza Han?
Yes. A pavilion mosque stands on eight supports in the centre of the courtyard, with a fountain below the upper-floor prayer space.
Are Koza Han’s opening hours consistent across listings?
No. Published listings give different hours, so check the official site before you go.