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title: Sivas Kurşunlu Bath
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  disambiguation: Experience the historic Sivas Kurşunlu Bath, a stunning Ottoman-era double bath.  Unique architecture & rich history await!
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# Sivas Kurşunlu Bath

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### KURE Information Card: Sivas Kurşunlu Bath

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| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Material(s) | Lead covering,Brick domes,Cut stone walls |
| Location | Ahbap Şeyh Street Sivas / Türkiye |
| Cultural Status | An example of Ottoman civil architecture preserved at the local level |
| Current Use | Still operates as a bathhouse |
| Previous Uses | Used as a salt storage facility by the Public Debt Administration (Düyun-ı Umumiye) after 1928 |
| Type of Structure | Double Bath (Separate Sections for Men and Women) |
| Construction Year | 1576 |
| Commissioned by | Behram Pasha (Governor of Sivas) |

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## Article Content

**Kurşunlu Bath** is a *double bath* structure located in the city center of [Sivas](/en/detay/sivas-2/llms.txt), built during the Ottoman period. It takes its name from the lead poured over iron clamps embedded in its walls. Architecturally, the structure reflects the characteristics of classical Ottoman bath architecture.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/05/13/GfxW9bdgtDmegDHZhiMtHlOwGTzdfTIN.jpg)
*Sivas Kurşunlu Bath (Sivas Municipality)*

### **History and Architectural Features**

[Kurşunlu Bath](/en/detay/sivas-kursunlu-hamami-01737/llms.txt) was constructed in 1576 by Behram Pasha, the Beylerbeyi (Governor) of Sivas. It is situated south of the [Behram Pasha Inn](/en/detay/sivas-behram-pasa-hani-df167/llms.txt), on Arap Şeyh Street. The building was designed as a double bath, consisting of separate sections for men and women. According to the marble inscription located next to the entrance, it was built during the reign of Sultan Murad III, the son of Sultan Selim II.

The walls of the building are made of cut stone, the domes are constructed of brick, and their surfaces are covered with lead. In terms of plan and material characteristics, it bears similarities to the classical Ottoman bath architecture.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/05/12/s4DKMHhCRIcrEJDV3vTUZHBntfCDWfhU.jpeg)
*Interior of Sivas Kurşunlu Bath (Sivas Municipality)*

### **Usage and Restorations**

Kurşunlu Bath was abandoned in 1928 and for a long period was used by the Public Debt Administration (*Düyun-ı Umumiye*) as a salt storage facility. It was restored in the 1950s and reopened for public use as a bath. In 2005, another round of restoration was initiated, during which both the exterior and interior spaces of the building were renovated. Today, Kurşunlu Bath is operational with its men’s and women’s sections, continuing its historical function.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/05/12/IwWadqM9AccjQXhb1eow4dNZX2YcIZ4F.jpeg)
*New State of Sivas Kurşunlu Bath (Sivas Municipality)*

Kurşunlu Bath is one of the prominent structures that preserve the continuity of traditional [Turkish bath culture](/en/detay/turkish-bath-culture-b4b4e/llms.txt) in Sivas. Drawing attention from both locals and visitors from across Turkey and abroad, the structure contributes to cultural tourism with its historical fabric.

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## Academic Sources and References

1. Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism. “Kurşunlu Bath – Sivas.” Turkey Culture Portal. Accessed May 13, 2025. https://kulturportali.gov.tr/turkiye/sivas/gezilecekyer/kursunlu-hamam
2. Sivas Cumhuriyet University. “Kurşunlu Bath.” Mini Sivas. Accessed May 13, 2025. https://minisivas.cumhuriyet.edu.tr/kursunlu-hamami
3. Sivas Municipality. “Kurşunlu Bath.” Sivas Municipality. Accessed May 13, 2025. https://www.sivas.bel.tr/hamam/kursunlu-hamami

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