Great Mosque of Diyarbakır
The Great Mosque of Diyarbakır is a historic place of worship with a spacious courtyard in the center of Suriçi, bearing architectural traces from different periods. The façades, where black basalt and light-colored stone are used together, along with the colonnaded courtyard and inscriptions, give the building a striking visual character. Located next to Hasan Paşa Hanı and the historic bazaars, it is one of the essential stops on a Suriçi walking route.
HIGHLIGHTS
Why Visit Great Mosque of Diyarbakır?
Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.
01Monumental architecture featuring basalt and light-colored stone
02Spacious courtyard and historic inscriptions
03Prominent location in the heart of Suriçi
VISIT PLAN
What to Know Before You Go
Getting ThereIt is located on Gazi Avenue in Suriçi, near Hasan Paşa Hanı, and is easily accessible on foot.
Route TypeFaith and Cultural Tourism · Mosque
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LocationSur / Diyarbakır
EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Great Mosque of Diyarbakır with Diyarbakır City Walls / Hevsel Gardens in the same itinerary.
This guide was independently prepared for Left Lane Star Travel using information from Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Türkiye Culture Portal. Opening hours, admission conditions and seasonal access may change; check the official source before travelling.Open Official Source ↗
Guide data last updated: 30.08.2026
Travel note: Opening hours, road conditions, fees and seasonal access may change. Check current official notices before departure.
