Travel guide to Bursa
The city of Bursa in Turkey is considered the fourth largest city in Turkey, which was the capital of Turkey for a short time after the formation of the Ottoman Empire and at the very beginning.
Historical buildings, numerous and beautiful mosques, shrines, national attractions and cultural and tourist attractions have all made this city one of the most spectacular cities in Turkey.
A city surrounded by the mountains of Uludag, which is only 230 kilometers away from Istanbul, which is about 3 hours. When you join our Green Bursa Tour, we will visit Uludag and enjoy cable car experience as well.
Bursa city in Turkey
The city of Bursa in Turkey is so green that it is called the green city. This city is four thousand years old and has witnessed many governments and events. The city of Bursa was considered a part of the Roman Empire in the past and countless wars have been fought in it. With all these explanations, Bursa is still popular and alive.
It is not bad to know that this city is considered one of the important commercial centers of the Silk Road and for this reason it has a special place. Finally, in 2014, the village of Cumali Kizik in Bursa became a UNESCO World Register. If you want to visit Green Bursa Tour with private option, we will be gald to help you.
Geographical location
The area of Bursa city in Turkey is about 225,935 hectares. Bursa is located on the Anatolian Peninsula in the northwest and southeast of the Sea of Marmara. The population of Bursa city is 2,842,000 people, that’s why it is called as the fourth most populous province of Turkey.
Most of the cities of Bursa are green and have extensive vegetation, therefore they call the city of Bursa in Turkey (green city). We have daily Green Bursa Tours from Istanbul.
Bursa city weather
The city of Bursa has a moderate and slightly humid Mediterranean climate. The summers of this city are hot and humid and the winters are very cold. The driest months of the year in Bursa are reported from June to September, and in the months of January and February, we see heavy snowfall in this city, which attracts many tourists for skiing.
For this reason, the peak of tourism takes place in Bursa during winter. If you join our daily Green Bursa Tours from İstanbul, you can have great fun at Uludag mountain.
Bursa and a collection of festivals
In the summer season, in the months of July and August, various and very colorful festivals are prepared and performed for the city of Bursa in Turkey. For example, the Bursa Music Festival, which includes rock, jazz, rap and pop music, is held in the most beautiful way possible, along with the sensational Paikobi Festival.
You can easily coordinate your trip to Bursa with the time of these festivals. In addition, the 50-year-old Karagoz and Hacivat shadow show festival is also held in this city. We recommend that you do not miss participating in these festivals.
Also, in the city of Bursa, you are faced with whirling dervishes who, in addition to Konya or Istanbul, also perform sema and foot stomping ceremonies in this city.
Transportation of Bursa city in Turkey
Since it is a big city, there are 2 tram and metro lines in this city, which provide cheap and easy transportation for you. Of course, there is a third option and that is the bus. Buses also make your commute in the city of Bursa easy. If you want, we can arrange private car for Green Bursa Tour.
Sights of the city of Bursa in Turkey
Bursa is a green land. The historical attractions of this city, along with the pristine nature, have made it a unique collection. Among the sights of Bursa city, we can mention the Grand Mosque of this city, which is related to the Ottoman Period.
Minarets, a pool, a fountain and 20 domes have all turned this mosque into a spectacular place. 20 mosques were supposed to be built in this city, but Sultan Bayezid decided to build a mosque with 20 domes in this city. Also, the mosque and the green tomb, which are a collection of mansions, green spaces, baths, mosques and a beautiful tomb, show the height of the Ottoman state’s glory.
Don’t forget the Bursa Artillery, which has been registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is surrounded by the tombs of Sah Osman and his son.
Also, the colorful buildings and the clock tower are all considered to be one of the attractions of the city of Bursa in Turkey. Don’t forget Uludag and record the pleasure of skiing in this mountain area in your memories.
Of course, in the summer season, the green and eye-catching nature of this area, along with the 600-year-old plane tree, can attract your attention. Finally, the village of Cumali Kizik, which is located on the northern slope of Uludag Mountain and exactly in the east direction of Bursa, is considered a prominent manifestation of the culture, customs and art of the Ottoman people.
The narrow cobbled streets, passing through them, will charm you with the fragrance of flowers along with the delicious aroma of food.
Furthermore, we have Private Bursa Tour Guide, if you want to discover Bursa. Since it is private tour, you can make your own program. We have many other tours such as Turkish Night Show Cruise, İstanbul Private Tour Guide, Istanbul Old City Tour, Princes Island Tour, Sunset Cruise Istanbul, Cappadocia Baloon Tour and Private Yacht Tour options.
