Green Tomb (Yeşil Türbe)
Yeşil Türbe
The octagonal mausoleum of Mehmed I, its exterior covered entirely in turquoise tiles, and a symbol of the city of Bursa.
The Green Tomb was built in 1421 on a small hill opposite the Green Mosque. Its octagonal exterior is clad in turquoise tiles, and inside, the stone sarcophagus and the mihrab are decorated with fine Iznik tiles. Entry is free, but you must remove your shoes. The terrace in front offers views over central Bursa and Uludağ. It is best visited together with the Green Mosque and the Green Madrasa, about one hour in total.
Opening hours
08:00 to sunset
Nearby sights
- Green Mosque (Yeşil Camii)
- Irgandı Bridge
- Panorama 1326 Bursa Conquest Museum
- Emir Sultan Mosque
- Bursa City Museum
- Yıldırım Bayezid Mosque
- Orhan Gazi Mosque
- Koza Han