The Büyük Han ("big inn") is one of the oldest still standing caravanserai buildings. It was built in 1572, soon after the Ottomans' conquest of Cyprus, providing travellers with accomodation and facilities for communication and trade. The Büyük Han's two storeys have 70 rooms arranged around a cobblestone yard. In its centre a Mescit (Islamic chapel)nestles on pillars above a fountain for ablutions. The graceful simplicity of the composition make it a perfect place to sit and ease off.

Throughout its history, the Büyük Han has served as housing for the poor and as a prison. It was carefully restored in 2003 and has become a popular Nicosia old city venue with its mix of workshops,cafés and shops.