Bursa Landmarks and Monuments

(Bursa, Turkey)

The most impressive landmarks and sights within Bursa tend to be of a religious nature, with few being more splendid than its mosques, such as the Ulu Camii, the Emir Sultan Camii and the Orhan Camii mosques.

Particularly famous in Bursa is the Green Tomb, which has become something of a local landmark and is best known locally as the Yesil Turbesi. The Hunkar Kosku (Hunting Seat of the Sultan) is also well worth looking out for in Bursa and offers an interesting history, being regularly visited by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk himself, Turkey's esteemed founder.

Ulu Camii (Great Mosque)

Address: Ataturk Caddesi, Bursa, Turkey, TR
One of the city's most impressive landmarks and sights, the Great Mosque is best known locally in Bursa as the Ulu Camii and very much presides over the Ataturk Caddesi. Known for its Seljuk-style architecture and series of 20 small domes, the Ulu Camii is by far the most eye-catching of all the city's countless mosques and was commission as far back as the end of the 14th century. The dramatic black calligraphy of the mosque's walls is well worth looking out for, as well as the sunken pool beneath the mosque's second dome.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free

Yesil Turbesi / Yesil Turbe (Green Tomb)

Address: Yesil Caddesi, Yildirim, Bursa, Turkey, TR
The Yesil Turbesi is the mausoleum of the city's much-loved fifth Ottoman Sultan, Mehmed I, and dates from the early part of the 15th century. Situated within the neighbourhood of Yesil, the Green Tomb enjoys a hilltop situation and is surrounded by mature cypress trees. The Yesil Turbesi is octagonal in shape, clad with distinctive green tiles and topped with a large tomb. Inside, you will actually find eight very elaborately decorated tombs, with mosaics and many ornamental tiles, as well as a marble staircase leading to the lead interior of the dome.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free

Emir Sultan Camii (Emir Sultan Mosque)

Address: Bursa, Turkey, TR
An imposing mosque dating back to the 15th century, the Emir Sultan Camii was actually rebuilt at the turn of the 19th century by Sultan Selim III. This particular landmarks lies on the easterly side of the Heykel area and is just a short walk from the centre of Bursa. Alternatively, if you don't have much time to spare, consider catching a 'dolmus' headed in the direction of Emirsultan. Visitors will likely appreciate the stunning Ottoman rococo architecture, painted arches and glorious wood carvings, as well as the hillside setting and subsequent valley views.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

Hunkar Kosku (Hunting Seat of the Sultan)

Address: Bursa, Turkey, TR
It is said that the Hunkar Kosku was built for the Sultan Abdulmecid during the middle of the 19th century in less than a month and was soon frequented by many important Turks, including Ataturk. The Hunkar Kosku was thoroughly renovated shortly after the turn of the new millennium and now serves as something of a cultural museum. Visitors will always be appreciative of the pleasant surroundings and landscaped Turkish gardens, as well as the city views and photo possibilities.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

Orhan Camii (Orhan Gazi Mosque)

Address: Bursa, Turkey, TR
The Orhan Camii resides within the Muradiye neighbourhood and is amongst the city's most noteworthy Ottoman landmarks. Visitors to the Orhan Gazi Mosque should look out for the twin arches, which stand at either side of this structure and add much character and appeal. Completed in 1340, the Orhan Mosque is a very historical and important landmark, and stands directly across from the city's Municipal Building.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free