Bursa is known as "Green Bursa" because of its beautiful gardens and parks and its location in the heart of Türkiye’s important fruit-growing region.
Bursa was the first Ottoman capital. It is rich in religious monuments, mosques, and tombs as well as being well-known for its Turkish baths. The city is bursting with historic sites and culture, and has an impressive array of things to do and see.
Bursa offers the perfect surroundings and atmosphere for domestic and international organizations to hold events, exhibitions, trade shows, conferences, and meetings. The congress center hosts an auditorium of 1,650 seats and a foyer area of 3,800 m².
Due to its geographic proximity to İstanbul, Bursa is a great choice for a day-long trip or a weekend getaway. Bursa is also home to Uludağ, one of the highest mountains in Türkiye. In summer, Bursa is cool and green. In winter, it’s a skier’s paradise, lively with modern ski centers and vibrant nightlife.
Bursa is a strong economic driver of both the Turkish and world economy. The region is historically famous for its silk and ceramic industries, and today, it is a major automobile, textile, and food manufacturing hub.