The Ottoman baths of Larissa are one of the city's most evocative surviving monuments from the four centuries of Turkish rule. The hamam is partially preserved — the main domed hall and some of the vaulted changing rooms remain standing — and has been restored to allow visitors to see the scale and craftsmanship of the original structure. The characteristic dome with its star-shaped skylights, designed to filter light without admitting cold air, is the most striking architectural feature.
The baths stand a short walk from the ancient theatres on Frourio Hill, in the area of the old Turkish quarter. Combined with the nearby Bayrakli Mosque and the remains of the Bedesten (Ottoman covered market), they form a coherent Ottoman heritage trail through what is now a thoroughly Greek city. Opening hours are limited — check locally, as the site is sometimes closed for conservation work.