Passing narrow streets of the old town of Kavala
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After extensive sightseeing of the aqueduct of Kavala, we went up to the old town.
The old town of Kavala is located directly above the harbor and with its Ottoman houses from nearly 500 years of influence by the Ottoman Empire worth visiting, the winding narrow streets and stairs offer lot of photo opportunities and attractive sights such as the castle, the Imaret, the mosque, the churches and other monuments of Kavala.
The castle, situated on the hill above the old town, is also considered a landmark of the city. The largest part of the castle was built in the 15th century and because of that is well preserved. To get up to the castle, it takes a good 20 minutes on foot, starting from the harbor. Please pay attention to the signs, as many streets in the old town end as dead ends.
Ottoman buildings are the highlights of the old town
The Halil Bey Mosque in the Old City, located about halfway up to the castle, consists of the Halil Bey Mosque, built at the beginning of the 20th century, a 16th century minaret and a madrassah. The mosque was built on top of an early Christian basilica, the foundations of which have been uncovered. The whole complex was renovated a few years ago and is in best condition.
Mohammad Ali Pasha - founder of the last Egyptian dynasty
In 1817, Muhammad Ali Pasha donated the construction of the Imaret, a mosque, a madrasas, and poorhouse on the city wall of the Panaghia Peninsula overlooking the harbor below. The historic oriental building, with its domed roofs, chimneys, vaults, cisterns and patios, was faithfully restored in 2004 and today represents an architectural landmark that houses a hotel.
Built between 1817 and 1821 by Mehmet Ali (founder of the last Egyptian dynasty), the Imaret is a classic example of Islamic architecture.
Please read as well:
The aqueduct of Kavala - on the Via Egnatia
From Stobi via Via Egnatia (Odod Egnatia) to the campground of Kavala
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