by Emily | August 6, 2021 | Bursa's Neat Places, Culture and History, Fall, Iznik, Spring, Summer
The county of Iznik is certainly one of Bursa’s most historically robust areas. As a city that had been conquered and ruled by the Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks, and Ottomans, the layers to its past are still being uncovered. As a tourist visiting the community, it’s...
by Emily | July 23, 2021 | Bursa's Neat Places, Eat, Shop, and Stay, Fall, Orhaneli, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer
Our family has recently taken up tent camping. It seems that thanks to the existence of COVID-19, we are not the only ones, as many stores are now featuring more and more outdoor equipment for grilling, fishing, and camping. Turkey overall seems to be slow in creating...
by Emily | May 23, 2021 | Miscellany, Mudanya, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer
This spring as Turkey endures its 3rd wave of COVID cases, social distancing continues to be a necessary reality for residents and tourists alike. We continue to explore the outdoors and the endless opportunities for exciting getaways for people of all...
by Emily | April 7, 2021 | Miscellany, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer, Travel Tips and Visiting Info
Micromobility is one of the now commonplace concepts in larger cities. With increases in traffic and a greater awareness of its effects on the environment, micromobility options are growing more and more popular. Bursa is catching on to this idea as well! Here’s a...
by Emily | February 28, 2021 | Bursa's Neat Places, Culture and History, Fall, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer, Travel Tips and Visiting Info, Winter
As COVID-19 continues to influence our lives and travel habits, we must continue to find creative ways to explore the world around us. One such way can be done from the comfort of your home through Bursa’s Virtual Museums! Click on the map-image for the museum...
by Emily | February 20, 2021 | Bursa's Neat Places, Fall, Nilüfer, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer
Our discovery of Deliktaş (Deh-leek-tash) cave was quite accidental. If it hadn’t been for a sign post, we would have missed it all together! Though we don’t consider ourselves big spelunkers, this was an adventure we’re glad we didn’t miss....
by Emily | January 26, 2021 | Culture and History, Fall, Osmangazi, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer
One of 2020’s positive elements included the opening of the Bursa Millet Bahçesi ve Kutuphanesi (Bursa National Gardens and Library)! We snuck over to the park just prior to the official opening and enjoyed the grounds before the crowds. The facilities are...
by Emily | December 13, 2020 | Bursa's Neat Places, Fall, Featured Fotoğrafı, Orhangazi, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer
Don’t miss a stop on our four-part day adventuring through Orhangazi! Part 1: Hot Springs Part 2: Lake Wharf Part 3: Town Center Part 4: Castle Views Next on our adventure was a trip to the Orhangazi Iznik Lake. Our first views of the area were breath-taking....
by Emily | December 5, 2020 | Bursa's Neat Places, Fall, Orhangazi, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer
Don’t miss a stop on our four-part day adventuring through Orhangazi! Part 1: Hot Springs Part 2: Lake Wharf Part 3: Town Center Part 4: Castle Views A few weeks ago, my family and I set out to discover the county of Orhangazi for the first time. Located on the...
by Emily | October 31, 2020 | Bursa's Neat Places, Fall, Karacabey, See, Do, and Play, Spring, Summer
Longoz Ormanlari is one of Karacabey’s biggest attractions. The approximately 5000-acre area is the location where river, lake, swamp, dunes, and forest combine into one – each with it’s own fascinating ecosystem. This delta region is caused when waters from the rainy...
