Bursa

Bursa is Turkey’s fourth-largest city, also the first capital of the Ottoman empire. Rich in history, historical monuments and nature Bursa is ranked 28th in the world and ranks 1st in Turkey in terms of habitability. It is understood from the remains and archaeological studies that the first settlement year in Bursa and its vicinity dates back to 5200 BC.
The warmest months are Bursa-June and August, while the coldest months are February and March. Although it is only 155 meters above the sea level, there is the possibility of skiing and doing winter sports in Uludağ during the winter months.

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How to get to Bursa? 
Due to its geographical location, it is very easy to reach Bursa. Transportation options to Bursa include land, air and sea vehicles. Due to its proximity to a big city like Istanbul, there are many options for transportation to Bursa.

*Transportation by plane:
Those who want to go to Bursa by air can use Bursa Yenişehir Airport, which is 40 km away from Bursa. From the airport to Bursa centre and from the city centre of Bursa to the airport, the city bus number 80 is organized by mutual. HAVAŞ shuttles and taxis from Bursa airport to the city centre are also among the options.
Due to its proximity to Istanbul, Sabiha Gokcen and Istanbul Airport are also other options for transportation.

*Transportation by land:
Bursa direct bus service from every point of Turkey are organized. Transportation to Bursa is provided by bus services organized by more than 150 bus companies. Bursa Bus Station is 10 km away from the city centre and buses 38, 38 / B, 38 / D, 38 / G, 97 / G go to the city centre.

* Transportation by Sea:
You can go to Mudanya by sea buses from Istanbul and can take bus numbers F/1 and F/2 to Bursa. There are ferry services from Istanbul to Bursa-Guzelyali pier every day of the week. It is very easy to get to Bursa centre by F / 2 municipal buses from the Güzel yalı pier.

Bursa City Transport: 
There are minibuses, public buses, trams, metro, cable cars, taxis and rental cars in Bursa. Public buses are the most preferred means of transportation in Bursa. Buses to and from the city are easily accessible. While Bukart is used in public transportation vehicles you can also pay in buses. The cable car is used to climb the most visited Uludağ during the winter months of Bursa.

Accommodation:
There are all-inclusive hotels, half-board hotels, apart-hotels, apartments for rent, villas for rent, hostels and motels in Bursa where there are accommodation options suitable for all kinds of budgets.
Osmangazi, which is the largest district of Bursa, is the first choice of accommodation with its proximity to the historical monuments, museums, historic clock tower and places of interest. Bursa has a magnificent nature and offers opportunities for those who want to stay in nature.

What to eat in Bursa?

Bursa, which has a long history and rich history, is also gaining an appreciation of its visitors with its rich cuisine. In addition to culinary delights of different cultures, Ottoman cuisine is served in Bursa restaurants. Among the delicacies of the Bursa, region are the İskender kebab, which is identified with Bursa in the first place, the Bursa pita (cantik), tahini pita, pancakes, İnegöl meatballs, Mihaliç cheese, homemade jams, chestnut candy and many other flavours.

Bursa Shopping

There are many different options for shopping in Bursa. Although there are many shopping centres in the centre of Bursa, local people and tourists do their shopping from the shops within the inns or the historical bazaars. Bursa Grand Bazaar, which has a different atmosphere and has 175 shops, is one of the most visited places for shopping. Towels and textiles produced in Bursa, as well as many different products,  are sold in the Grand Bazaar. Covered bazaar on Ulucami street and nearby Kayhan bazaar where knives and carpenters are sold, Bat bazaar where second-hand products are sold, Salt bazaar where local food is sold, Antique bazaar where antique products are sold, Koza Han, jewellery bazaar Bazaar), Madrasah Passage and Antique Bazaar are among the most visited places for both sightseeing and shopping in Bursa.  Textile products produced in Bursa and chestnut candy are among the products purchased by Bursa visitors as gifts

Bursa Nightlife

Bursa has many entertainment options and there are entertainment options suitable for all kinds of budgets. Entertainment areas include Altıparmak Street, Uludağ University and Nilüfer Fatih Sultan Mehmet Boulevard. Folk music bars, discos, bars, taverns, live music restaurants and venues are among the entertainment options.

Festivals held in Bursa:

Many festivals and events are held throughout the year in Bursa. These activities include;
* Bursa International Winter Festival (Winterfest) between January and February
* Yörük festival in February
* Traditional Karakucak Wrestling and Culture and Art Festivals in March
* Festival of the conquest of Bursa in April
* Spring Festival in May
* International Bursa Festival in June and July
* Theater Festival in October
* The Ipek Yolu Film Festival is held in November.

Bursa Telephone numbers:

Police 155
Ambulance 112
Bursa Greater City Municipality: 444 16 00/153
Bursa Tourist Information Office: 0 224 220 99 26/220 70 19
Fire alarms 110
Natural gas breakdown 187
Electrical breakdown of 186
Forest fire alarm 177