The city of Bursa in Türkiye.. wonderful tourist attractions

ArabiaWeather.com - Ismail Qasimi - In addition to being the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, Bursa is famous for being a green city, where the Turkish government applies environmental laws effectively, which makes the city's atmosphere refreshing, and this is what usually surprises the traveler, as the mixture of modern buildings side by side Along with wonderful old buildings.

Monuments and museums

If you are a fan of taking cultural tours to get a glimpse into the history of Bursa, visit the many monuments and museums such as the Bursa Archaeological Museum, the Ataturk Museum, the City Museum and the Green Mosque.

There are also many mosques scattered around the city, the most important of which is the Ulu Cami Mosque, which was built in the late fourteenth century.

Mountains, forests and waterfalls

After a tour around the nearby sights within the city of Bursa, the long-distance journey begins with the ascent to Mount Uludag, whether in a walking sports tour to enjoy nature, or by riding the cable car to ski in one of the largest ski areas in Turkey .

Nature lovers should not miss Saitabat at the foot of Mount Uludag, about 12 kilometers from Bursa, where magnificent waterfalls flow from the valley, which got their name from the various baths in the area.

There are a number of water sports that you can enjoy at Saitapat Falls, in addition to the opportunity to eat fresh salmon that is grilled in front of your eyes, so you may need to visit this place at lunch time or in the afternoon.

silk market

The silk industry found its way to the city in the late 15th century and Koza Khan, the silk market, has been the center of the industry ever since. Yarn can be viewed and the finished product can be purchased from the many shops in the centre.

People go to Koza Khan to buy silk, but the design of the bazaar itself is also worth seeing, especially since in its courtyard there are a number of cafes where people can enjoy coffee and Turkish food.

A real urban village

Many tourists also visit Cumalıkızık Village, this historical place that still manages to preserve its ancient buildings with all their charm and glory.

Its origin dates back to the Ottoman Empire and today the village serves as an open-air museum of ethnography.

The main attraction of the village, which is 10 kilometers east of Bursa, is the beauty of the 270 houses built of mud, stones and wood, in addition to the ruins of a Byzantine church that was discovered in 1969.