Sultan Bayezid II Health Museum: Tracing Ottoman Medicine

Sultan II. Bayezid Kulliyesi Health Museum is a magnificent structure that served as a darusshifa (hospital) during the Ottoman period and has been converted into a museum today. Recognized by UNESCO, this landmark is one of Edirne's most important cultural heritage sites.

History

Built by Sultan Bayezid II in 1488, the complex consists of a mosque, madrasa, darusshifa (hospital), imaret (public kitchen), and hamam (bathhouse). The darusshifa section served as the most advanced healthcare institution of its era.

Museum Experience

At the museum, you can learn in detail about the history of Ottoman medicine, the method of treatment through the sound of water, herbal medicines, and surgical instruments. With interactive exhibitions and sound installations, you virtually travel back in time.

Visitor Information

• Location: Yildirim Mahallesi, Edirne (2.5 km from The Plaza Hotel)
• Opening hours: 09:00 - 17:00 (Closed on Mondays)
• Admission fee: Museum Pass is accepted

Cultural Tour in Edirne

Sultan II. Bayezid Health Museum can be combined with Selimiye Camii and Edirne Archaeology Museum for a one-day cultural tour. You can easily reach all these destinations from The Plaza Hotel Edirne.