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It was planted to provide shade
for what was once a farming area
and gets water from the inner
parts of a rocky field. You can
relax under its thick, 3-4 meters
long branches and admire the
local people’s handicraft, locally
grown vegetables and fruits, a tea
garden and a souvenir shop.
6. Irgandı Bridge
The brigde and it’s four bazaars
were built in 1442 by the father
of Hoca Muslihiddin, Pir Ali.
It was heavily damaged in an
earthquake in 1855 but was
restored in 2004 and is now an
exhibition area for painters and
ceramists. If you are a fan of
traditional arts and crafts don’t
forget to visit Irgandı Bridge.
7. İznik
The İznik district, formerly known
as “Nikea” is definitely going to
take your breath away. Not only
it is known for its natural beauty,
unique climate, vineyards and
gardens but also for its ceramics
and culture. In the period between
the 14th and the 16th century,
it played a vital role in Turkish
culture hosting famous scholars
in madrasahs. It is, thus, referred
to as the Home Of Scholars.
8. Koza Han
Koza Han, built in order to create
financial support for Bayezid
Külliye, is one of the most
popular tourist spots in Bursa.
The two story, stone mansion is
supported by eight legs and it
has 45 rooms on the ground floor
and 50 rooms upstairs. You can
also find a şadırvan (water tank
with a fountain) in the lower part
of the inn. It sells products made
of silk. Even Queen Elisabeth
was impressed by its beauty and
history.
9. Misi Village
The Misi village, also called
Gümüştepe District, is famous
for grape leaves, muscadine and
wine. Since the Misians chose
this place to settle and conduct
their missionary activities, it was
originally known as Misipolis. It
is even believed that, in its 2000
years history, the Monastery
of Misipoli hosted the council
of Bible. All the characteristic
features of the 17th and 18th
century Ottoman architecture can
be observed in the village, just 12
kilometers from Bursa. Owing to
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