ATTENTION AUTHORITIES: Historic Bath on the Brink of Collapse
Urgent Restoration Needed for Sinan Pasha Bath
ATTENTION AUTHORITIES: Historic Bath on the Brink of Collapse
Urgent Restoration Needed for Sinan Pasha Bath
YEREL GÜNDEM / TAŞOVA / AMASYA
Sinan Pasha Bath, located in Uluköy (Sonusa), one of the important towns of Taşova district of Amasya and built by Sinaneddin Yusuf (Lala Sinan Pasha) in the 16th century, is in danger of collapse due to lack of maintenance. This historical structure, which survived despite all the earthquakes, requires urgent intervention in its current condition.
The current state of the historic bath is dire. The furnace room inside has completely collapsed, leaving the debris unattended. The bath’s door is broken, and the central stone and debris in the hot rooms have significantly damaged the interior architecture.
Call to Action
Residents and history enthusiasts are calling on authorities to urgently start restoration work on the bath and bring this important historic structure back to life. Emphasizing the necessity of preserving Sinan Pasha Bath's historical value and ensuring its future.
Historical and Architectural Features
The Sinan Pasha Bath is located in the southwest of the Kurşunlu Mosque, which was the center of the Uluköy Nahiyes during the Ottoman period, and in the southeast of Uluköy today. It was built by Sinaneddin Yusuf between 1551 and 1571. The bath follows the classic Ottoman bath architectural plan, with a large dome-covered dressing room leading to a lukewarm section and then a hot section. Additionally, there is a boiler room on the side.
Who Was Sinan Pasha?
Sinan Pasha was born in the village of Bidevi, then linked to Sonusa. His grandfather, Şeyh Hüsameddin, was named İlyas. He received education from Zembilli Ali Cemali and Hoca Hayrettin Efendi. After becoming a scholar, he served as the Halep Mollası in 1539 and was sent to inspect the Governor of Baghdad, Üveys Pasha, ultimately leading to his dismissal. Following his service in Halep, he held judicial positions in Şam, Bursa, Edirne, and Istanbul, and was dismissed as the Anatolian Kadiasker in 1551.
Preserving Our Historical Values
Sinan Pasha Bath holds great historical and architectural significance. Preserving and restoring this valuable structure is crucial for passing it on to future generations. Authorities are expected to intervene urgently and commence the necessary restoration work. By doing so, the Sinan Pasha Bath will continue to carry the traces of the past into the future, remaining an integral part of our cultural heritage.
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