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The Green Tomb, Bursa

66-1 1. Yeşil Caddesi, Yeşil, Bursa

Description

The Green Tomb is the mausoleum of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed I (died in 1421) and his immediate family. It was designed by architect Hacı Ivaz Pasha together with the Yeşil Mosque across it (Yeşil means "green"). The name is due to the turquoise, blue and green coloured Iznik tiles used to decorate the monument. The mausoleum is hexagonal and crowned with a 25m high dome. Besides the ornamental tiles, it is notable for the muqarnas niches of the entry portal and the richly decorated central catafalque and coffin.

Access & Transport

Address: Yeşil, 1. Yeşil Cd. 66-1, 16360 Yıldırım/Bursa The mausoleum is located in the kulliye Yesil complex next to the Green Mosque. The Meydancık on T3 tram line is 400m away. Bursa has a large domestic airport and is a 2h30 / 150km drive from Istanbul.

Instructions & Recommendations

Visitors should be dressed conservatively before entering. We suggest combining this activity with a visit of the Grand Mosque, a 10-15mins walk away.

Meta review

The monument isn't well known overseas but is popular with domestic tourists for being the resting place of the sultan who restored the unity of the empire - he is sometimes called "The Restorer". Visitors confirm that the structure is indeed a real work of art but is quite small in size so that it doesn't take long to go around.

Environmental & Social

Environmentally neutral and helps preserve the city's architectural heritage.

Conclusion

The Green Tomb and neighbouring Green Mosque of Bursa are must-see attractions for anyone in the city but, in our opinion, do not warrant a dedicated trip from outside the province. Visitors will enjoy the refined tilework and get the opportunity to learn about Mehmed I, the fifth Ottoman Sultan and son of Bayezid I.

Key positive

Beautiful ornamentation

Centrally located in Bursa and no entrance fee

Key negative

Non-Turkish visitors might miss the historical aspect

Suitability

No restrictions but wear appropriate clothes, especially if also visiting the Green Mosque

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:0h 45m

Regulated hours

Monday08:00 - 18:00

Tuesday08:00 - 18:00

Wednesday08:00 - 18:00

Thursday08:00 - 18:00

Friday08:00 - 18:00

Saturday08:00 - 18:00

Sunday08:00 - 18:00

Pricing
Free

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