Bazaar Mosque
Mosque Historic Ottoman mosque located in Durrës' old bazaar
How to Get to Bazaar Mosque #
Durrës is easily reached from Tirana (about 30-40 minutes by car). From the city port and the Roman amphitheatre, the mosque is a short walk through the old bazaar area.
Tips for Visiting Bazaar Mosque #
- Visit early morning to watch fishermen and vegetable vendors still arranging their stalls around the old bazaar.
- Check the walls for Ottoman-era inscriptions and the blend of later repairs - the mosque has been patched several times after earthquakes.
- Pair the visit with Durrës' Roman amphitheatre and the coastal promenade; the mosque sits within a short walking loop.
Best Time to Visit Bazaar Mosque #
Spring and autumn are best to avoid the summer heat and to combine cultural sites with beachside walks.
Weather & Climate near Bazaar Mosque #
Bazaar Mosque's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1205 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.