Kayseri - Bazaar Area

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Diagonally opposite next to a small mosque stands the main building of the traditional bazaar, which gives access to the domed square bedesten (late 18th century), the covered part of the bazaar.

A short distance to the south a narrow alley leads to the square in front of the Ulu Cami where to the southwest stand four historic buildings: Melik Gazi Medresesi, Hatuniye Medresesi, Kadi Hamami and Hoca Bey Camii (both Ottoman).

To the northeast on the left of the southern entrance to the covered bazaar and opposite the Ulu Cami stands the late 18th century Vezir Hani caravanserai, one of Kayseri's most interesting sights. Before passing through the arcade with the pointed arch to the large courtyard and fountain, first cross another small older caravanserai, where sheepskins and carpets are sold in bulk. A stroll through the rest of the adjoining, renovated but still traditional-style bazaar will reveal how oriental Islamic markets are laid out in sections for each trade. Beyond the covered bazaar past the streets of modern shops and to the east stands the southern entrance to the citadel.