Bursa (Turkey) - a treasury of cultural and architectural heritage of the Ottoman Empire

The real city with an artistic, architectural, cultural and historical heritage is the city of Bursa. Turkey has many beautiful cities, among them Ankara or Istanbul, called the "diamond". Bursa is often compared to an emerald, because the city is buried in greenery. Travelers here can see all the seasons. Eternal summer is observed in Moudania, located 15 minutes from the center of Bursa, this is the most beautiful place on the whole coast of the Sea of Marmara. Winter can be seen in the snow-capped mountains of Uludag. In parks and squares there are all shades of greenery, reminiscent of a springtime. And in Chekirga, where world-famous sources are located, there is an "autumn paradise".

Natural and architectural sights are attractive for Turkey. Bursa on the map is located on the north-western slopes of the Uludag mountain, in winter there is one of the most famous ski resorts, but the city is beautiful in summer. This is the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, it is completely buried in forests, orchards, parks and squares. The city was founded by Hannibal of Carthage and named Prus. At one time here rested many Byzantine aristocrats, coming to thermal springs. By order of the Emperor Justinian, public baths were built in the city and a palace was erected.

Good location and natural wealth Prusy did not give rest to Seljuks, so they captured the city in the XIV century, and in 1326 already became the capital of the state of Bursa. Turkey then reached an unprecedented heyday. In Bursa, the first silver Ottoman coin was minted. Although soon the city lost the status of the capital, but the sultans did not leave it unattended, in every possible way they supported, built complexes consisting of charitable, religious and commercial institutions.

Today, one of the fastest growing cities is Bursa. Turkey has always considered this city to be special, it is here that for many centuries, the "Busk" silk, casting with silver, was made. The most famous monuments of Bursa are the Green Mausoleum and the Green Mosque, which they received because of the color of the interior. These are very beautiful structures that amaze the great art of marble finishing. Also worth visiting the mosque Murad II, Emir Sultan, Bayazid, Orhan. In addition, Bursa still has many interesting buildings.

Turkey is known for its bath rituals. In Bursa, under the Emperor Justinian, the Old Baths were built, and the New ordered the construction of Rustem Pasha, the son-in-law of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent and the great vizier. In the area of Chekeredes are the best places to eat, all visitors will be washed, rubbed with mittens of camel hair and massage with oils.

The city has everything for comfortable rest of tourists, there is a wide choice of accommodation. Travelers can stay at the "Tugcu Hotel Select", "Bursa City Hotel", "Hotel Çelik Palas Thermal Spa". Absolutely all city hotels meet the highest requirements. Bursa (Turkey) will leave only positive impressions. Even stopping at other resorts, it is necessary to allocate at least a day to visit this wonderful city.