Detailed Information about Bursa City
In this article, we will talk about one of the most important Turkish cities, which is the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. We will provide detailed information about Bursa city.
Location and Geography of Bursa city:
The city of Bursa is located in a mountainous plain area. In addition, it is the northwest of the country in the Marmara region. Moreover, Bursa is among the cities of Istanbul and Ankara. Furthermore, it is the fourth-most populous city in Turkey, with about 3.5 million inhabitants, according to the latest statistics.
Mount Uludag rises to a height of 2496 m in its south, and its plains extend in north and west to 250-300 m. Moreover, it extends east and west up to an altitude of 650-1000 m. The climate in Bursa is Mediterranean, rainy and moderate in winter.. As well as, the temperature ranges between 24 to 42 Celsius in summer.
Bursa city is containing the most rainfall at a rate of 725 mm, and snow falls in periods of winter.. But it lasts at the top of Uludag mountain all over the year.
Bursa city is called the Green Bursa because of its many orchards, in addition to its forests and agricultural fields in its plains. It is set among orchards watered by plentiful mountain streams, that end in Nilufer Lake.
Undoubtedly, Bursa is a city of brightly colored, houses and winding streets dotted with fountains.
History of Bursa city:
The name Bursa was derived from the name of its founder (Prusias), King of Bithynia. Sultan Orhan Ghazi opened it in 1326 AD, to be the first capital of the Ottoman Empire until 1345 AD. Furthermore, the roots of Bursa go deep into history.. As the first nucleus of the city of Bursa dates back to the sixth century BC. Bursa was home to many civilizations. Such as, Rome and Byzantium. Moreover, the Seljuks occupied it, and continued until it fell into the hands of the Ottomans in the fourteenth century.
Furthermore, Bursa has traditionally been a pole of attraction. Because there are many cultural, landmarks and historical monuments in Bursa. For instance, the old historical neighborhoods, squares, fantastic houses with ornate tiled roofs, the ancient buildings with unique architecture, in addition to El-Muradiye Mosque, the Great Mosque (Ulu Cami), the Green Mosque, shrines and covered markets.
Culture and Education in Bursa city:
Bursa has a global and local reputation in the field of culture and education because of its cultural and historical monuments that embody cultural and cognitive development. (It has 7000 Ottoman, Arabic and Persian manuscripts in its library).
In Bursa, education for all age groups is flourishing. Therefore, there are free schools and government institutes in Bursa, in addition to private and international schools and institutes, in which foreign languages are taught. Such as English and German.
Additionally, the city of Bursa has two universities:
- The famous Uludag University in Bursa, which was founded in 1975 and is concerned with teaching medicine, engineering and science. It includes 11 faculties. Moreover, it has 12 vocational schools and 11 research centers. Furthermore, the number of its students exceeds 150.000 student. Uludağ University ranked 16th among Turkey’s universities in Bursa.
- Bursa Technical University, which was established in 2010, and consists of 6 faculties in which engineering is taught in all its branches. Such as, civil, mechanical and architectural engineering, mathematics, science, psychology and logistics, as well as foreign languages.
There are many cultural attractions in the city of Bursa. Such as, the Cultural Park in the heart of Bursa; It is a cultural entertainment destination. Moreover, it contains an open theater that can accommodate 5,000 spectators. The city of Bursa also contains many museums, including: the Textile Museum, the Ottoman Museum, the Great Bursa Museum, in addition to Ataturk Bursa Museum.
Health in Bursa:
There is a great interest in the health facilities and centers in Bursa, which are spread throughout the city and meet the people’s need. Such as, Bursa Şehir Hospital, Private Medical Hospital, Private Acıbadem Hospital, Zübeyde Hanım Doğumevi, Şevket Yılmaz, University Hospital, in addition to many other hospitals and health centers.
Transportation in Bursa:
The parts of the city of Bursa are linked by a node of land transportation in all its forms. Additionally, it is linked with the rest of Turkey by a multiple land, sea and air transportation node. In addition to a distinguished marine transportation.. So the node operates from morning to late night to link the city of Bursa with Istanbul.
Social life in Bursa city:
Bursa is a well-established city. Furthermore, in Bursa, modern civilization and traditional culture are mixed. It has maintained its simplicity, despite the complexities of technology. Its people are peaceful and kind. Moreover, they are living harmoniously in a calm nature. In Bursa, People have good human traits of helping the needy and providing assistance, despite the crowded city and the hustle and bustle of modern life.
Standard of Living in Bursa Turkey:
The standard of living in Bursa is less expensive compared to major cities. Such as, Istanbul. Moreover, the availability of job opportunities in it made it a destination for job seekers and investment, because of the large number of industrial areas in Bursa, where it is the first industrial city in Turkey.
Furthermore, in Bursa city, racism is almost non-existent towards Foreigners. Additionally, with the rise in real estate prices in major cities, and the availability of suitable ground for investment, those wishing to invest in real estate in Bursa began flocking.
And because Bursa is classified as the safest city in Turkey, it has become the most sought-after destination, for buying residential real estate in Bursa for foreigners. Moreover, in the city of Bursa, there are a group of the best international and local hotels. Such as, Hilton, Crowne Plaza, Sheraton and others.
Additionally, the city of Bursa contains a large and distinguished number of commercial shopping centers, and popular and modern markets that meet the needs of the residents in Bursa.
Among the most prominent commercial markets and shopping malls are:
- Koru Park Mall.
- Kent Maidan Mall.
- Marka Mall.
- Silk Market.
- The covered market, and many popular bazaars.
Thus, we have provided a detailed information about Bursa city, its location. history economy. and tourism, and an overview of culture, education .and the aspects of living in Bursa as well.
Edited by: Ebla Group Real Estate.
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