BURSA

City Guide

Discover Bursa through its millennia-old history, natural beauty, and cultural richness. From historic landmarks to contemporary shopping destinations, and from scenic villages to beloved culinary stops, we've gathered the city's highlights for you.

HISTORIC LANDMARKS

As the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, Bursa takes visitors on a journey through time with its layered history and architectural treasures.

HISTORIC SILK MARKET

Koza Hanı

Built in 1491 by Bayezid II, Koza Hani has long been the heart of Bursa's silk trade. With its two-story structure and courtyard fountain, this historic inn reflects the city's Ottoman commercial heritage.

Today it remains a beloved stop for traditional silk products, handwoven textiles, and local gifts, while the tea garden in its courtyard offers a calm break in the middle of the city.

With its layered atmosphere and living history, Koza Hani is one of Bursa's most emblematic cultural landmarks.

Koza Hanı
Bursa Kalesi
HISTORIC FORTRESS

Bursa Kalesi

One of Bursa's oldest structures, Bursa Castle stands in the Hisar district where the city was first established. Its defensive walls were strengthened across Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods.

With its gates, towers, and panoramic setting, the castle is especially striking at sunset and remains one of the best viewpoints in the city.

Together with the surrounding historic houses, nostalgic streets, and traditional cafes of Hisar, it offers a vivid encounter with Bursa's past.

UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE

Cumalikizik Village

Located on the slopes of Uludag about 10 km from central Bursa, Cumalikizik is a preserved Ottoman village with more than 700 years of history and UNESCO World Heritage status.

Its colorful wooden houses, narrow cobbled streets, and distinctive architecture make it one of the city's most memorable breakfast and photography stops.

Especially in spring, the village feels like an open-air museum where history, local life, and natural beauty come together.

Cumalıkızık Köyü
NATURE AND VILLAGES

Bursa's landscapes and village life offer ideal routes for those who want to step away from the city's pace and experience a calmer side of the region.

Gölyazı Köyü
LAKESIDE VILLAGE

Gölyazı

Located on the shores of Lake Uluabat, Golyazi is a rare settlement with the character of an island village and one of the most distinctive destinations around Bursa.

Known as Apollonia in antiquity, it still preserves traces of Roman and Byzantine history, from old bridge remains to historic religious structures.

Its lakeside fish restaurants, peaceful atmosphere, and sunset views make it an ideal stop for a slower day trip.

SHOPPING DESTINATIONS

Discover Bursa's contemporary shopping destinations with wide brand selections, social spaces, and entertainment options.

MODERN SHOPPING CENTER

Podyum Park

Podyum Park is one of Bursa's most popular shopping destinations, combining a wide retail mix with social and entertainment areas.

From fashion and electronics to books and home products, it offers a broad selection alongside cinemas, family-friendly spaces, and dining options.

With its contemporary layout and easy access, it remains a preferred stop for both shopping and leisure.

Podyum Park AVM
Downtown AVM
NEW-GENERATION RETAIL

Downtown

Downtown offers an open-air retail concept with contemporary architecture, broad circulation areas, and a younger brand mix.

With restaurants, cafes, event areas, and a more social atmosphere, it functions as more than a shopping destination.

Its contemporary approach makes it one of Bursa's most dynamic urban meeting points.

DISCOVER BURSA

Ceylan Splend'Or Uludag is an ideal base for exploring Bursa's cultural and natural richness. With its historic layers, landscapes, and contemporary urban life, the city offers a memorable destination experience.

ULUDAG

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