Ali Pasha Mosque (Sarajevo) Mosque

Ottoman-era mosque in Sarajevo with historic woodwork

In Sarajevo's Baščaršija quarter, the Ali Pasha Mosque dates to the 16th century; visitors inspect Ottoman-era domes, interior fittings and the surrounding bazaar streets.

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Address
Ali Pasha Mosque (Cekalusa) area, Baščaršija, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
43.857923, 18.412789
Hours
Daily (typical mosque visiting times; confirm locally for guided access)

How to Get to Ali Pasha Mosque (Sarajevo)#

The mosque is in Sarajevo’s Baščaršija district, within easy walking distance from the Latin Bridge and central tram stops. Most visitors reach it on foot from the old town; taxis are also readily available from across the city.

Tips for Visiting Ali Pasha Mosque (Sarajevo)#

  • Attend during one of the mosque's quieter hours to appreciate the acoustic clarity and simple Ottoman interiors.
  • Look for the leaded-metal mihrab and the stone minbar - details that show Ottoman-era craftsmanship in Sarajevo.
  • Combine a visit with a walk through the adjacent Baščaršija to see how the mosque sits within Sarajevo's Ottoman urban fabric.

Best Time to Visit Ali Pasha Mosque (Sarajevo)#

Spring and autumn provide comfortable weather for exploring Sarajevo's historic center.

Spring/Autumn
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct · 10-25°C
Pleasant for walking Sarajevo's old town and visiting Ottoman-era monuments.
Summer
Jul-Aug · 20-30°C
Warmer with more tourists; good for lingering evenings in the bazaar.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -5-8°C
Cold with possible snow - the mosque cloisters and warm cafés make for atmospheric visits.

Weather & Climate near Ali Pasha Mosque (Sarajevo)#

Climate

Ali Pasha Mosque (Sarajevo)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1067 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 67 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.9h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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