Yeni Hamam, Ottoman hammam in Thessaloniki, Greece
Yeni Hamam is a former public bathhouse in central Thessaloniki with multiple domes and stone walls displaying Ottoman construction methods from the 1500s. The structure contains separate interior spaces that once served distinct functions and were adapted over time for different uses.
The bathhouse was built in the late 1500s during Ottoman rule and operated with separate sections for men and women as a public facility. After Greece took control in 1912, the original function was abandoned and the building entered new chapters of use.
The name retains its Turkish origin, reflecting centuries of Ottoman rule in the city. Today it serves as a social gathering place, continuing a tradition of public spaces where people meet and enjoy time together.
The location sits at the corner of Kassandros and Agios Nikolaos streets in the center and is easily walkable. Today it operates as a café, bar, and restaurant where visitors can enjoy food and drinks while exploring the preserved interior spaces.
After closing as a bathhouse, the building transformed into a cinema, then a tavern called Seville, and later hosted musicians and performances. This series of changes shows how historic buildings adapt to community needs while maintaining their original architectural character.
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