Bursa, which has a very rich history, has a lot of artefacts and spots to be seen. With its historical villages, streets, inns, baths, mosques, caravanserais and many other works, it is visited by not only local but also foreign tourists. Other places that can be seen in Bursa include Cumhuriyet Avenue, Ulucami, Yeşil Türbe, Muradiye Külliyesi, Emir Sultan Mosque and Complex, Grand Bazaar, Tirilye, Cumalikızık Village, Gölyazı Village, Oylat, Suuçtu Waterfall, Küreklidere Waterfall, Saitabat Waterfall, İnkaya Çınarı -The cable car, İznik and İznik tiles, Mudanya, Irgandı Bridge, Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi Tombs, Koza Han, İpek Han, Bursa Soğanlı Botanic Park, Bursa Zoo, Tophane Clock Tower, Atatürk City Forest, Bursa Tofaş Anatolian Cars Museum, Merinos Park, Hünkar Pavilion Museum, Karagöz Museum, Bursa City Museum, Bursa Archeology Museum, Museum of Turkish Islamic Art, Ataturk House, Bursa Castle (Gate of the Sultanate) and the City Walls.
Cumhuriyet Street Cumhuriyet Avenue, which starts from Zafer Square and ends at Gökdere Boulevard, is located in the middle of the area where Bursa’s historic inns and bazaars are found. In 2004, the traffic on the street closed to vehicle traffic is provided by the nostalgic tram line. After the street was closed to traffic, it became the busiest and socially active street of Bursa.
Muradiye Complex: Muradiye Complex, known as the last complex built by Ottoman sultans, was built in 1425 by Murad II, one of the Ottoman sultans. The complex consists of a mosque, madrasah, hammam and tombs. There are graves belonging to Murad II and its relatives in the complex.
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Located in the district of Yıldırım in Bursa, the complex was built in the 14th century by the Ottoman Sultan Yıldırım Bayezid’s daughter. Within the mosque, examples of tile art, which is quite common in the Ottoman period, are abundant.
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The Grand Bazaar found in the Hanlar region was built during the reign of Orhan Gazi, one of the Ottoman Sultans. As a result of the merger of many bazaars, the Grand Bazaar has been used since the 15th century. There are 130 shops in the bazaar and many different products are sold. The covered bazaar in the Heykel district is open between 08:30 and 19:30 and is closed on Sundays
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Tirilye:
Tirilye is a small town located 1.2 km west of Mudanya.The town, which was renamed three times, was renamed Tirilye in 2011 .. OIn Tirilye, which has a very rich history, there are churches, mosques, old houses and historic buildings. The 200-year-old coffin house is located between the two most striking streets in Tirilye. Tirilye’s name is also seen as Zeytinbağı on some roadside signs. Transportation to Tirilye is provided by private vehicles or minibuses departing from Burgas and Mudanya.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Gölyazı Village
Gölyazı, which has a very rich history and is located on a small island, contains many beauties. Remains of Roman houses, aqueducts, cemeteries and Ottoman buildings are outstanding. The Ağlayan Çınar tree, one of the most important symbols of Gölyazı, is among the most visited. Those who come to Gölyazı are recommended to walk through the narrow streets and have breakfast spread by the lake. Located 40 km from the centre of Bursa, Gölyazı is a peninsula. It is very easy to get to the centre of Bursa by bus number 5G.
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Oylat, which is 27 km away from Bursa’s 70 İnegöl, attracts many visitors in summer and winter with its splendid nature, plenty of oxygen, clean water, waterfalls and spas. It is known that the spa, which has been used since the Roman period, is good for neural diseases, rheumatic diseases, polio and many other diseases. In Oylat, which is small but always crowded, visitors are strongly advised to see the established market. Market, natural products grown in the region, plants, honey, olive oil, breakfast items, collected from thyme and other spices are sold. It is very easy to get to İnegöl by bus from Bursa bus terminal and reach Oylata by minibuses.
Oylat Waterfall
One of the most famous waterfalls of the Bursa region, Oylat waterfall falls from a height of approximately 15 meters. To reach the waterfall it is necessary to walk about half an hour from the village of Oylat. The waterfall, which is reached through a magnificent nature and passing through 2 wooden bridges and platforms, welcomes its visitors as a natural wonder. It is recommended that those who want to see the waterfall take waterproof terrain shoes with them.
Oylat Cave
Hilmiye villages of the caves in the south Oylat point where the canyon is Turkey’s second-largest cave bears the distinction of being fossilized vertical cave. The cave, which is 665 meters long, has drop stone pools, stalactites, stalagmites and columns. There are also bats, butterflies and small reptiles in the cave. The interior of the cave is illuminated and arranged for a comfortable tour. There is also a cafeteria nearby to cater for food and drinks. İnegöl is 17 km from the cave and can be reached by private car.
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Although there are countless waterfalls in and around Bursa, Suuçtu waterfall flowing from Karadere river is the most well-known of these. The waterfall formed as a result of the collapse of a fault line is poured from a height of approximately 40 meters. The area around the waterfall is suitable for camping, picnicking, hiking and nature activities. Those who want to visit the waterfall and its surroundings without being affected by calm and heat are recommended to visit in March and April. The waterfall is 100 km away from the city centre by private car or D / 19 and D / 20 municipal buses departing from Bursa city centre.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Küreklidere Waterfall: It is located in a valley with 55 different tree species. The waterfall, which flows from a height of approximately 82 meters, welcomes its visitors in a different beauty in every season. Especially those who suffer from hot weather during the summer months are visited by those who want to picnic and stay alone with nature and take pictures of nature.D / 19 and D / 20 municipal buses can be reached to the waterfall in the district of Hamamlıkızık of Yıldırım district.
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Saitabat waterfall, also known as Güvercinlik waterfall, is a natural wonder of the waters coming from Uludağ, which fascinates its visitors. The canyon, where the waterfall is located, also has areas suitable for canyon walks and extreme sports. The restaurants and cafés around the waterfall serve breakfast as well as local delicacies. Located 25 km from Bursa, Selale is located in the Saitabat neighbourhood of Kestel .D / 19 and D / 20 departing from Bursa city centre are provided by public buses.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<İnkaya Çınarı
İnkaya Çınarı located between Sycamore trees in Turkey is on the way to Uludağ. The tree is 35 meters long, 3 meters in diameter and 13 main branches and is approximately 600 years old. It is highly recommended to sit in the shade of the tree, relax or have a drink at tables under the tree. Transportation to the İnkaya Çınarı is provided by 1 / C, 1 / GY and B / 19 buses.
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Iznik, which is 4970 meters in length and surrounded by 114 bastions, looks like an open-air museum. Iznik castle dates back to 258 BC and has four gates.The Lefke Gate and the Istanbul gate, with reliefs, friezes and inscriptions on it, are strongly recommended. Iznik, which hosted many civilizations, was also the capital of the Seljuk Turks. Iznik, with its magnificent history and nature, is also a stopping point for those who want to hike and camp.
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Tile comes to mind when İznik is mentioned. Iznik tiles, which were first built in the 15th century, had their brightest days in the 16th and 17th centuries.İznik Tile, which came to the point of disappearance in the 18th century, returned to its old days in 1980 and became known all over the world. The tiles produced in Iznik were used in mosques, inns, baths, museums and mansions in every period. Today, tiles are exported from Iznik to many countries of the world.
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Located in the village of Elbeyli, 7 km from the centre of Iznik, the building was erected in the 1st century AD. The 12-meter high monument is also known as 5 stones because it consists of 5 stone marbles on top of each other. It is presumed that there is a statue of a goddess or an animal on the 6th stone marble that could not survive.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Iznik Archeology Museum: The museum, which was opened in 1960, exhibits artefacts from Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman periods and sarcophagi found in archaeological excavations, tombstones, examples of ceramics and tiles symbolizing the region, as well as many historical monuments. The museum can be visited every day except on Mondays.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Bursa Castle (Sultanate Gate) and City Walls
Bursa Castle is among the oldest buildings of the city and it is estimated that the foundation of the castle was first laid in the 1st century BC. In the following years, traces of civilizations and empires that dominated the region are seen on the castle structure. There are 14 castle towers on the 3.5 km long castle walls. The castle, which has a total of 5 entrance gates including Yer gate, Zindan gate, Hisar gate, Pinarbaşı gate and Kaplıca gate, was damaged in the great Bursa earthquake that occurred in 1855./0}After the maintenance and repair work, the castle was opened to visitors.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Mudanya
With its history dating back to the 7th millennium BC, Mudanya is among the most developed districts of Bursa. It is easily accessible after a 75-minute ferry ride from Istanbul. Mudanya offers a unique opportunity for those who want to spend their holiday amongst the quiet olive groves. The churches and historical buildings in Mudanya have been restored and transformed into cultural centres. Mudanya was first occupied by the British soldier on 25 June 1920 and later by the Greek soldier and rescued from enemy occupation on 12 September 1922. Mudanya agreement signed after Turkey’s victory in the War of Independence was signed here at home in Mudanya Armistice. The armistice house was later converted into a museum in 1936.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Irgandı Bridge:
Irgandı Bridge is one of the four bridges in the world with its bazaar. These four bridges are the bridge over the Osma River in Lovech, Bulgaria, the Ponte Vecchio bridge in Florence, Italy, the Rialto bridge in Venice and the Irgandı bridge in the Bursa-Yıldırım region. The bridge built in 1442 was damaged during the great Bursa earthquake, destroyed during the Greek occupation but still survived. Firstly in 1949 and finally in 2004, the buildings were reopened. Handcrafted souvenirs, silverware, china, wooden products and local dishes are also sold in the shops on the bridge. Those who want to see the bridge can take the metro line 1 and 2 passing around the Ulu Mosque or by using the buses 22 / C, 35 / C, 48, 8 / L 9 / D and 9 / M.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Koza Inn:
It was built in 1490 by Beyazıt II to provide income for charitable organizations in Istanbul. The two-storey inn has 45 rooms on the lower floor and 50 rooms on the upper floor. Inside the inn, shawls and scarves made of Bursa silk are sold. The tile decorations on the stone gates of Koza Han which open to the covered bazaar are definitely worth seeing. There are six fountains in the courtyard of the inn and the inner courtyard serves as a café and tea garden. Located close to the Grand Mosque, the inn is open to visitors every day of the week.
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Built in the first half of the 15th century by the Ottoman sultan Çelebi Mehmet, the inn has two floors and 39 rooms on the upper floor and 42 rooms on the upper floor. Sultan Inn, also known as the Faytoncular inn, the inn was damaged in the fire that occurred in 1958 in the following years, re-built in addition to the old appearance. There are many shops and tailor shops selling clothes in the inn. İpek Han is only 150 meters from Ulucami.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Bursa Soğanlı Botanical Park:
It is built on 400 acres of land next to Bursa Zoo. Opened in 1998 in the Botanical Park, different kinds of plants, 150 different types of 8 thousand trees, 76 types of 100 thousand bushes, 27 types of 6 thousand roses, 3 ponds, 1 water games pool, 2 children’s playground, flowers, ponds, different countries owned gardens. The botanical garden, which can be visited on foot, can also be rented by renting a bike from the 1800-meter private bike path. Located in Osmangazi district, the park is 8 km from Bursa city centre. Those wishing to come to the park, which can be visited free of charge, may use the municipal buses numbered 15, 15 / E, 35 / A departing from the city centre.
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The Zoo, which is adjacent to the Soğanlı Botanical Park, was consulted by the European Association of Zoos and Aquariums in 1999 and arranged for the comfort of the animals that were cared for. There are animals brought from different geographies of the world in the zoo. Access to the zoo is provided by buses 15, 15E or 35A from the city centre. The zoo can be visited for a fee; November-December-January-February-March 09:30 to 17:00 weekends 09:30 to 18:00 April-May-September-October between 09:30 and 19:00 It is visited between 09:00 and 20:15 in June-July and August.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Tophane Clock Tower:
The clock tower in Tophane Park is 6 storeys and has a height of 33 meters. The original tower was demolished at the end of the 1800s and rebuilt between 1904-1905. The tower is located in the most visited Tophane park of Bursa. The tower, which has a panoramic view of Bursa, was also used as a fire tower for a period. There are 89 steps on the top floor of the tower, which can be seen from all four facades with a diameter of 90 cm. Those who want to go to Tophane park can use Metro 2 line or 3 / C, 48 / A, 5 / A, 9 / M buses.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Atatürk Kent-Forest:
One of the largest parks in Bursa, Atatürk City Forest is built on an area of 150 hectares.There are playgrounds for children, picnic areas, 6.5 km walking path, bicycle path, 6 observation terraces, tennis tables and volleyball playground in the park located in the wooded neighbourhood. For those wishing to have a picnic, there are kiosks and meat outlets as well as areas for washing dishes. Pedestrians and cyclists can enter free of charge and vehicle entrances are subject to a surcharge. You can get to the centre of Bursa by B / 20-A Gümüştepe Private Public Bus.
>>> ERROR: Contact the Administrator to see this content <<<Merinos Park
The park in Osmangazi is the largest city park in Bursa after the Cultural Park. The park has 252,500 square meters of green area, 81 different types of 2500 trees, 11,600 plants, one artificial lake, ornamental pools, 1000 parking lots, 2 km walking path, 3 km jogging path, 5 km bicycle path, children playgrounds, Atatürk Congress and the cultural centre, cafes and restaurants. Only 2.5 km from Bursa’s historic sites, the park is well suited for a summer break.
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