Bursa

The province of the early Ottoman capital, bringing together UNESCO-listed monuments, the Uludağ ski resort and hot springs.

Bursa Province lies in northwestern Türkiye, with the Sea of Marmara to the north and Mount Uludağ to the south. The provincial capital, Bursa, was the early capital of the Ottoman Empire, and its Grand Mosque, Green Mosque and tomb, and silk bazaar are UNESCO-listed together with the village of Cumalıkızık on the outskirts. You can also try İskender kebab and soak in the Çekirge hot springs. Uludağ is skiable in winter, the ancient town of İznik is known for its tiles, and the fishing village on Lake Gölyazı is peaceful and pretty. It is a year-round destination, reached from Istanbul by ferry or by motorway.

Destinations

• Bursa

Itineraries

• Istanbul & Bursa: Double Ottoman Capitals – Spend two days in Istanbul, then cross the Sea of Marmara to the first Ottoman capital of Bursa and its UNESCO-listed h…