Fehtija Mosque is a mosque and former Catholic church located in the town of Bihać, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Built in 1266, it is the oldest gothic building in the country. It was originally built as a Catholic church dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, and was subsequently transformed into a mosque following the 1592 conquest of Bihać from Habsburg Croatia by the Ottomans. The building was originally accompanied by a monastery, which was also mentioned in a 13th-century charter of the Croatian nobility.

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Founded: 1266
Category: Religious sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Paul Heller (17 months ago)
Unfortunately didn't go inside, but the outside is quote stunning. Quite historical, I think midievel. Originally a church, was converted under the Ottoman Empire. Definitely a must see and main attraction in the city center.
Haris Demir (18 months ago)
A medieval church turned into a mosque after Bihac fell to Ottomans in 16th century. Interesting to see the blend of two different construction and cultural philosophies.
Hakan Akkas (2 years ago)
Beautiful mosque!
Stanovnik Svijeta (2 years ago)
Fehtija Mosque (Bosnian: Fethija džamija) is a mosque and former Catholic church located in the town of Bihać, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Built in 1266, it is the oldest gothic building in the country.[1] It was originally built as a Catholic church dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, and was subsequently transformed into a mosque following the 1592 conquest of Bihać from Habsburg Croatia by the Ottomans. The building was originally accompanied by a monastery, which was also mentioned in a 13th-century charter of the Croatian nobility.
A Google User (3 years ago)
Amazing and warm
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