Today, Bursa is like cornerstone of Anatolia in the Marmara region, situated at the junction of İstanbul, central Anatolia, and the Aegean.
Regarding the plains of Bursa viewed from the peak of Uludağ, the Olympus of Anotolia, St. Solomon expressed the following : This is heaven. Since that day, Bursa has been known as Heavenly Bursa. Bursa, however, cannot be described so simply. Bursa is becoming a central attraction with its ever-increasing magnificent beauty. Today, Bursa is like the cornerstone of Anotolia in the Marmara region, situated at the junction of istanbul, central Anotolia and the Aegean.
The main residential area spreads into the plains from the foothills of Uludağ like a bouquet of flowers and the province is divided into three main counties seperated by bubbling creeks. The creeks of Gökdere and Nilüfer carry the waters of Uludağ to fertile lands and, togerher with their tributaries, assist in the growth of healthy vegetables and fruits feeding Bursa. Evliya Çelebi concisely describes the area, In short, Bursa consists of water.
VILLAGES , FOUNDATIONS
If you arrive in Bursa via Yenişehir Airport, the entrance to the provice, you will inevitably see a signpost to Cumalıkızık. Follow this sign, even if it is off your route, to the road that curves towards the slopes of Uludağ. Three kilometers in from the main road you arrive at the heart of Cumalıkızık Village, an untouched sample of rural architecture of the ottoman period. After resting under the huge maple tree in the middle of the village, you can visit the museum and see various ethnographic pieces, including the founding charter. This document from 1685 proves that the village belongs to the Orhan Gazi Foundation. According to legend, this village is one of seven setup by the Kızık tribe, who had demanded residential land. This area was officially established in 1980 as a historical site and has been preserved as such. Enjoy a stay in one of the boutique hotels, converrted after the restoration of these old mansion houses. You can treat yourself to a trout meal with a view of kürekli falls by the picnic area on the left side of the entrance to the village. All houses in the village are ready to serve delicious pastries, homemade drinks and jams.