Thesis (MArch) - Cyprus International University. Institute of Graduate Studies and Research Architecture

Traces of the first indoor bathing can be traced back to India, ancient Egypt, Ancient
Aegean and Greek civilizations. In Mesopotamia, the Assyrian king III. M, which
belongs to Salmanasar B.C. 3. the remains of the bath belonging to the century can be
shown as an example of these early period structures. M in Anatolia BC. The remains
of the baths belonging to the Late Hittite period belonging to the 1200s are also an
example of this traditional practice. The bath structures, which are similar to today,
were first built in B.C. 5. it is accepted that it was used in Athens during the century.
Bath structures have taken an important place in both social and architectural fields
since ancient times. In this study, the historical and characteristic development of the
bath architecture is discussed.
Turkish Bath architecture have started to be seen in the Turkish Republic of Northern
Cyprus since the 16 th century. Baths generally consist of 3 main parts: dressing, warm
room, cold room. In general, cross-shaped, four-sided and corner cell type planning
has been used. During the study, baths were found in the cities of Nicosia, Famagusta,
Kyrenia and Paphos.
In order to better understand the bath typologies and structures throughout the island
of Cyprus, the baths located here were examined. At the end of these examinations,
Tandi's Bath, which was in an abandoned state, was examined.
Tandi's Bath is a building that bears the traces of history found in the Walled area of
Nicosia province and should be brought to life. It has been studied by analysis,
historical research and observations.
As a result of these researches, the architectural and structural features of Tandi's Bath,
its location on a city scale, the reasons that caused its destruction and its current
condition were examined, and suggestions for future conservation and restoration
works were presented.