City: Bursa Province
Top Things to do in Bursa Province
What to do and see in Bursa Province, Turkey: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Bursa Province (Turkish: Bursa ili) is a province in Turkey, along the Sea of Marmara coast in northwestern Anatolia. Its adjacent provinces are Balıkesir to the west, Kütahya to the south, Bilecik and Sakarya to the east, Kocaeli to the northeast and Yalova to the north. The province has an area of 11,043 km and a population of 2,842,547 (2015). Its population was 2,125,140 according to the 2000 census. In 1990 it had a population of 1,603,137. The traffic code is 16.
Restaurants in Bursa Province
1. The Great Mosque
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5.0 based on 1,625 reviews
Built in the 14th century, this mosque is an excellent example of classical Ottoman architecture. Of special interest are the intricately carved wooden pulpit, and the three-tiered fountain.
Reviewed By carolas936 - Marietta, United States
The Great Mosque (a.k.a. Ulu Cami) is on the main street (where the Atatürk Cd. becomes Cemal Nadir Cd.) and is the largest mosque in Bursa, showcasing Seljuk-style architecture. Many consider it the fifth most important mosque in Islam (after those in Mecca, Medina, Jerusalem, and Damascus), and is included in Bursa’s 2014 UNESCO World Heritage Site description. The mosque was commissioned by Sultan Bayezid I, and designed and built by architect Ali Neccar in 1396–1399. The large square building has twenty domes arranged in four rows of five, supported by twelve columns. According to legend, twenty domes were built instead of the twenty separate mosques which the Sultan had promised after winning the Battle of Nicopolis over an allied crusader army in 1396. The mosque's two cylindrical minarets are prominent landmarks if you wander around central Bursa. The interior of the mosque is spacious, filled with light, and has graceful calligraphy and floral motifs adorning the walls and columns. At the center is a şadırvan (fountain) where worshipers can perform ritual ablutions before prayer. The dome over the şadırvan is capped by a skylight which highlights the fountain's softly cascading water. The mihrab (prayer niche oriented towards Mecca) is particularly fine, bordered by intricate decorative tiles and bands of graceful calligraphy. Throughout the interior are graceful inscriptions on the walls and columns written by famous Ottoman calligraphers of the period, one of the finest examples of Islamic calligraphy in the world. The interior is shielded from street noise and invites contemplation, encouraged by a reader softly reciting passages from the Koran. The mosque is open during normal hours with no entrance fee (although a donation is gratefully appreciated). Modest attire and removing one's shoes shows respect for this active place of worship.
2. Ataturk Museum
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
This museum was once the home of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Turkish Republic. Most of the furniture and items on display are original pieces used by Atatürk.
Reviewed By TugO_11 - London, United Kingdom
Being in Bursa take a taxi down the road 10 minutes to CEKIRGE which is the area for all the wealthy population of Bursa back in the 1970s and 1980s. The area is proud of its geothermal waters and natural springs which are offered throughout the hotels in the area. You'll enjoy this place.
3. Green Mosque
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4.5 based on 290 reviews
Constructed in 1424, the Yesil Mosque or Green Mosque is so named due to the turquoise tiles used on its adornments, for which it is most famous.
Reviewed By marufsubhani - Karachi, Pakistan
Green mosque is must visited place in bursa. What a beautiful and historical mosque. Interior of mosque is so magnificent. We spend some time there
4. Green Tomb
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4.5 based on 428 reviews
This tomb, which is also the symbol of Bursa, is one of the most beautiful and unique samples of Ottoman tomb architecture. A lead dome perched on a high hoop covers the octagonal structure, which can be climbed via a marble stairway.
Reviewed By Rikabhayangkari
Come and Enjoy a history about Bursa, The Green Tomb (Yeşil Türbe) is a mausoleum of the fifth Ottoman Sultan, Mehmed I, in Bursa, Turkey. It was built by Mehmed's son and successor Murad II following the death of the sovereign in 1421. The architect, Hacı Ivaz Pasha designed the tomb and the Yeşil Mosque opposite to it.
5. Koza Hani
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4.5 based on 1,090 reviews
This marketplace consists mainly of merchants selling silks and brocades.
Reviewed By carlomG1024ZO - Riccione, Italy
Nice place for buy more manufacturers on silk made on Bursa. More friendly the town Only 1 Toelette price 2LT Coffee and tea in the bars on the place in the center of old market
6. Muradiye Complex
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4.5 based on 118 reviews
This complex located within a park in the city center was constructed by Sultan Murat II between 1424 and 1426 and was composed of a mosque, theology school, hamam and 12 tombs.
Reviewed By NicJBoston - Brookline, United States
Do not on any account miss a visit to Muradiye while in Bursa - only a short taxi ride away. The complex is not the only attraction there, but it comprises a museum in an old madrasa and a huge outdoor collection of tombstones as well as the dozen or so mausoleums themselves. These are mostly - and spectacularly - painted inside, with fine new painting following that discovered on the original walls. Free.
7. Orhan Gazi Mosque (Orhan Camii)
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Located within the Muradiye district, Orhan Mosque is one of the most important structures of the early Ottoman period. The most important characteristics include twin arches at both sides of the structure and the interesting, external brickwork.
Reviewed By syarilm - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Beautiful structure. The ottomans capital was modest and few of the mosque here were amazing. Cant wait to come again for the great mosque
8. Tombs of Osman and Orhan
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4.5 based on 350 reviews
Located in one of the city's lovely gardens are the Mausoleums of Osman, the founder of the Ottoman Empire, and his son Orhan Gazi.
Reviewed By marufsubhani - Karachi, Pakistan
What a beautiful city bursa. In our first day we are visited osman and orhan tombs. Basically tombs located at tophane parki. Park is lush green and beautiful. Bursa clock tower are also located in this area. See all bursa city view from the balcony of the park. What a beautiful scenery. Must visit this place.
9. Yildirim Bayezit Mosque (Yildirim Bayezit Camii)
10. Iznik
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4.5 based on 246 reviews
Iznik is a quiet village near Bursa that was a major pottery center during the Ottoman Empire. It's still well-known for beautiful pottery in the Ottoman style and for the ancient walls that still mostly surround the city. It's a few hours' drive from Istanbul, but the trip can be made shorter—and more entertaining—by hopping a ferry to Yalova and driving from there.
Reviewed By 1973LYS - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Lovely small city with rich history especially with the connection with Council of Nicaea (or some wrote Nicea). I visited Iznik from Istanbul by taking IDO Ferry from Yenikapi to Yalova. From Yalova IDO ferry stop, on the right side from IDO pier there is a bus / minibus terminal where I took dolmus to Iznik. As of April 2021 dolmus Yalova to Iznik costed me 22 Turkish lira about 1 hour-ish drive. The dolmus dropped all passengers in the junction where Aya Sophia Mosque is located. I explored the city in two days time. I refer to the website of The Byzantine Legacy as my web-guide. The places I visited were: Hagia Sophia, 5 gates (Lefke Gates + Hadrian Aquaduct, Istanbul or Constantinope Gates, Southern Gate, Southwestern Gate, and ruins of Lake Gate), Iznik Museum, Roman Theatre with ruins of "Church B", ruins of "Church C", ruins of "Church of Koimesis and Bocek Hagiasma - actually almost nothing much, Palace of the Senate "Senato Sarayi", and from far distance "underwater" Basilica. All by walking and it's small city. And not to forget to enjoy the view of sun set in Iznik Lake.
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