Nicosia - Omeriye Mosque

The Omeriye Mosque is located near the main municipal market, within the walled city. Converted into a mosque in 1571 by Mustapha Pasha, most of the original building was destroyed by Ottoman artillery. The door of the main entrance belongs to the 14th century Lusignan building.

On the first floor are Lusignan tombstones, used by the Turks to refloor the building. The minaret is particularly tall and dominates this part of the city. It is still used as a mosque by visiting Moslems.