Bursa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Turkey. It is a charming city situated in the northwestern part of Turkey. The fifth largest city of Turkey, Bursa is renowned for its peach, chestnut and silk industry. It was the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, and thus is home to a number of historical places. Positioned in the heart of Bursa city is the Uludag Mountains, which is the venue for winter sports in Turkey.
On your trip to Bursa in Turkey there are various places of attraction that you can visit. Apart from a plethora of parks, tombs, and markets, there are several mosques, churches, Turkish Baths, and museums in Bursa. Some of them are -
Mosques in Bursa
The Ulucami mosque, built in the year 1399, is definitely a must watch. Other grand mosques in Bursa include the Orhan Camii ve Külliyesi or Orhan Mosque, the Muradiye Camii, the Celal Bayar Müzesi, and so on.
Churches in Bursa
The Ayasofya (Hagia Sofia), Koimesis, and Hagios Kiliseleri are the well-known churches in Bursa.
Turkish Baths in Bursa
The Oylat and Gemlik Kaplicalari Turkish Baths in Bursa are certainly worth a visit.
Museums in Bursa
There are quite a few famous museums in Bursa, such as
- Iznik Museum
- Mudanya Armistice Museum
- Bursa Atatürk Museum
- Bursa Archelogy Museum
- Bursa Turk Islamic Works Museum
To reach Bursa, you can take a bus from Istanbul or take the ferries from Istanbul Yenikapi terminal. The nearest airport and railway station from Bursa are located in Istanbul.
There are numerous places to stay in Bursa, which provide excellent facilities for accommodation. Some of the famous hotels in Bursa are the Allstar Almira Hotel, the Kervansaray Termal Hotel, and the Celik Palas.
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