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1. WHERE DO YOU COME FROM
ETWINNING PROJECT
School: Şirinevler İmam-Hatip Ortaokulu
(Şirinevler Religious Secondary School)
Teacher: Işıl Gülmez

2. PRESENTATION-2
ADEM ATMACA

3. • BURSA, TURKEY
Known as “Green Bursa”, this province stands on the
lower slopes of Uludag (Mount Olympos of Mysia,
2543 m). The title “Green” of Bursa comes from its
gardens and parks, and of course from its being in the
middle of an important fruit growing region. Bursa is
the homeland of the delicious “Iskender Kebap”. The
candied chestnuts are a specialty. The peaches of Bursa
are unique. As for something to purchase; Bursa is a
center of the silk trade and towel manufacturing. It is
also the homeland of the very famous Turkish folklore
figures, Karagoz and Hacivat.

4. • Because of its being the first Ottoman capital, Bursa is
very rich in religious monuments, mosques, and tombs
(turbes), baths. One of the places to be seen in Bursa is
the Yesil Mosque (Green Mosque), with its carved
marble doorway which is one of the best in Anatolia. It
is an elaborate and significant building in the new
Turkish style. Just opposite, is the Yesil Tomb “Green
Tomb”, set in a green garden with an enchanting
exterior decorated with turquoise tiles. Near the tomb,
the Medresse complements the others and makes this
the “green” trio, now it houses the Ethnographical
Museum which certainly deserves visiting.

5. • The Yildirim Beyazit Mosque is important as it
is the first one built in the new Ottoman style
and is accompanied by the Emir Sultan
Mosque which lies in a peaceful setting. The
province is decorated with these monuments-
each of which is a masterpiece. the Orhan
Gazi Mosque; the “Hisar” an attractive part of
the province, and in the park the Mausoleums
of Osman, the founder of the Ottoman
Empire, and his son Orhan Gazi.

6. • Here is the Ulu Mosque built in the Seljuk
style, with impressive calligraphic wall
decorations;

7. • The Muradiye Complex has a delightful view with its
mosque and tombs of important characters from the
Ottoman era and their tiles and charming decorations
appeal to the sightseers. The Ottoman Museum offers
a lively exhibit of the traditional life style of Ottomans.
• Something you will enjoy in Bursa are the warm,
mineral-rich springs; indeed most of the hotels in this
province have thermal bath facilities. The Turkish baths
“hamam” are great places which should be visited in
Bursa. The Eski Kaplica (Old Spring) is the oldest in the
province. The Karamustafa Pasha Baths are famous,
and boast the best hot, mineral waters.

8. • As for souvenirs, you should visit the Covered
Bazaar, “Bedesten”, or the Koza Han-an
attractive building and also a center of silk
trade. It is certain that Bursa will take some of
time for you to see and add some more
delightful experiences to your memories.

9. • Environs:
• Uludag is the largest and most celebrated
winter-sports center in Turkey. It is 36 kms
from Bursa and easily accessible by car or
cable-car (teleferik). The area is also a national
park and is worth a visit at any time of the
year. The accommodation is high quality
offering the opportunity to enjoy, with a
variety of entertainment and sports activities.

10. • Mudanya is a seaside resort town from fine fish restaurants and
night-clubs there so you can have a pleasant
Zeytinbagi (Trilye) is a town of typical Turkish architecture and lay
out. There are sea bus and ferry connections with Istanbul.
Gemlik (27 km north), is another seaside resort with a wide, sandy
beach.
Iznik (Nicaea) lies 85 kms northeast of Bursa, at the eastern tip of
Lake knik. The town has witnessed many civilizations which have
left their marks all over the land. This town is famous for its unique
tiles and has been the center of tile production in the 16th century.
Iznik tiles were the basic decorative element of Seljuk and Ottoman
architecture. The turquoise-tiled Yesil Mosque and Nilufer Hatun
imareti are among the Islamic works in the town

11. BOTANİK