BURSA

Bursa, one of the provinces of Turkey, is the fourth largest city in Turkey after Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, with its high population. Bursa is located in the Southern Marmara region of the Marmara Region, at 40° north latitude and 29° east longitude. Its former name is Hüdavendigâr. It is considered to be adjacent to the provinces of Yalova, Kocaeli, Sakarya, Bilecik, Kütahya, and Balıkesir. Bursa is important today with its natural and historical richness among the most developed provinces in Turkey economically. Various settlements have been detected in Bursa and its surroundings since around 4000 BC. However, clear data about the region dates back to around 700 BC. The reason why historical artifacts are most densely found in Bursa, which is the region where historical artifacts related to the establishment period of the Ottoman Empire are most densely found, is because Bursa was the first capital of the Ottoman State. Bursa hosts many historical and cultural artifacts. Historical structures such as the Grand Mosque, Green Tomb, Tophane Clock Tower, and Bursa Castle are important symbols of the city. Bursa stands out thanks to its shopping centers, parks, museums, and bazaar. With its developed industrial infrastructure in the region, it is considered one of Turkey's most important industrial cities.

According to industrial statistics, Bursa is Turkey's largest industrial city and automotive production center. As a result of the traces left by the automotive industry in Bursa's history, TOFAŞ Anatolian Cars Museum was built in the city center by TOFAŞ, and this museum has become one of the symbols of the city today.

In addition to its historical beauties, Bursa is also famous for its natural beauties. Especially Uludağ Mountain, which is located in the region, is not only a popular destination for winter tourism but also attracts attention with its natural beauties. Uludağ National Park is one of the most important natural areas of the city and offers an ideal environment for nature walks, camping, and other outdoor sports for nature lovers throughout the year. The museums, baths, and bazaars abundant in the region attract the attention of both domestic and foreign tourists. In addition, thermal facilities serving in various destinations in the city are also an important attraction center for health tourism.

Bursa's İskender Kebab, Kemalpaşa dessert, meatballs with dough, and chestnut candy are among the important taste points of Turkish cuisine and are quite famous. In addition, in its historical bazaars, there is an opportunity to buy region-specific local products and souvenirs.