Destination

Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami

The mosque was commissioned by Melik Ahmet Paşa, the Governor of Diyarbakır, between 1587-1591 on the avenue bearing his name. The name of Melik Ahmet Paşa Camii is also mentioned in Tuhfetül Mi’marin, in which the works of Mimar Sinan are compiled. The structure, with storage below and spaces formerly used as shops, was elevated and turned into a mosque reached by stairs.

Sur, Diyarbakır

Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami and 6 places around it

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Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami

Highlights

  • Faith heritage

Good for

  • Heritage walks

Suggested visit:20 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami sits within Sur, Diyarbakır. The toroti catalogue holds 35 described stops across Diyarbakır, 20 of them in Sur.

The nearest stop is Ziya Gökalp Müzesi, 340 m to the east. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Diyarbakir – Mardin route passes 1.2 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Ziya Gökalp Müzesi340 m to the eastSüryani Kadim Yakubi Mezhebi (Meryem Ana) Kilisesi370 m to the southeastBehram Paşa Camii390 m to the southeastDiyarbakir Arkeoloji Müzesi470 m to the northeastDiyarbakir Ulu Cami510 m to the eastCahit Sitki Taranci Müzesi530 m to the northeast

Routes that pass close by

Diyarbakir – Mardin1.2 km

Frequently asked

What is Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami?
The mosque was commissioned by Melik Ahmet Paşa, the Governor of Diyarbakır, between 1587-1591 on the avenue bearing his name. The name of Melik Ahmet Paşa Camii is also mentioned in Tuhfetül Mi’marin, in which the works of Mimar Sinan are compiled. The structure, with storage below and spaces formerly used as shops, was elevated and turned into a mosque reached by stairs.
Where is Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami?
Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami is in Sur, Diyarbakır.
How long does it take to visit Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami?
The suggested visit time for Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami is about 20 minutes.
What else is there to see near Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami; the closest are Ziya Gökalp Müzesi, Süryani Kadim Yakubi Mezhebi (Meryem Ana) Kilisesi, Behram Paşa Camii.
Is Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami on the way anywhere, and which route?
Melik Ahmet Paşa Cami lies 1.2 km from the Diyarbakir – Mardin route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.