Safranbolu made by Paweł
Safranbol u Safranbolu is a town of Karabuk in the Black Sea region of Turkey. Safranbolu is known for its uniquely preserved Ottoman Turkish architecture. Proclaimed a Unesco World Heritage Site, it is one of a kind in terms of traditional Turkish buildings. Some of the more famous of these houses are the Kaymakamlar Evi, Aygiroglu Evi, and the restored Asmazlar Havuzlu Konak, now used as a hotel. Among places not to be missed here; Cinci Hani and its 17th century public bath, Izzet Mehmet Pasha Mosque, and the 17th century Koprulu Mosque with its famous library.
citizens of the town clever citizens of the town had once two residences - winter, situated in the center of Safranbolu and the summer - in the so-called. Vineyards (tr. Baglar). Luxury luxury? Perhaps, but the town was very prosperous and its people could afford to maintain two homes. So what was the source of wealth Safranbolu? The answer lies in the city's name, which literally means "City of Safran." Saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world - if you compare the price per gram price of gold, it will be more valuable than the noble metal
Safranbolu consists of four main districts. The first is the historical center of the city along with the bargain. It is called simply Şehir (the city) or Çarşı (the Market). An alternative name is cukura (Down) - conveying the position of the center of the valley. In the center there were houses winter and administrative centers, schools, fairs, craft workshops, mosques and baths.
The second district is Vineyards (tr. Baglar), where, in the vast suburban gardens located in the north-western part of Safranbolu, housed summer residences.
Third District - Kıranköy - was inhabited by Greek population, which has been forced to resettle into Greece in the 20s of the twentieth century. In the nineteenth century, the Greeks acted in Safranbolu a very important role, primarily as builders and masons, but also as shoemakers and tailors. Their houses were, in comparison with Turkish, to a greater extent made of stone. The Greeks did not have the residence of summer, so their houses in Kıranköy were inhabited throughout the year.
The fourth quarter Safranbolu is a modern part of the city, beyond its historical borders
City history: The place where is located in Safranbolu, witnessed the settlement since prehistoric times. In the nearby Eflani there are three mounds from the Paleolithic period. From the Roman and Byzantine times, when the city was known as the most likely Flaviopolis, not kept in Safranbolu many souvenirs. One of them is the Great Mosque (tr. Ulu Cami), which most likely is the result of the transformation and reconstruction of the Byzantine church of St. Stephen (tr. Ayestefenos Kilisesi), founded by Empress Theodora. The city flourished as a center of trade after the conquest by the Turkish tribes in the eleventh century AD In the thirteenth century was an important stop on the caravan traveling from east to west Anatolia. From this period many preserved to this day buildings, including the Old Mosque (Eski Cami), Old Bath (Eski Hamam) and Madrasah Gazi SĂźleyman PaĹ&#x;a. All these buildings were created in 1322 years.
Kaymakamlar Evi . Kaymakamlar Evi is the most beautiful of all the Ottoman houses which have been transformed into museums. Note the cool, hollow stone to the side of the door, once used to keep food fresh. There is now a cafĂŠ in the summer courtyard, while the rooms on the upper floors contain reconstructions of daily life in the past, including a rich collection of traditional costumes. The finely decorated wooden ceiling is also worthy of note.
Cinci Hamam This famous bathhouse (hammam) have been lovingly restored, so you can fully enjoy the scrub and steam as in Ottoman days. Turkish baths were an important element of the community during the Ottoman era before running water in their homes has become commonplace. A trip to the hamam not only about hygiene though. It was a place where you came to catch up on all the gossip, and even do business deals. Today rejuvenating effects of traditional peeling, so you can squeaky clean and rosy pink, is reason enough to give up
Köprülü Mehmet Paşa Mosque Built in 1661 to squat mosque, with its helmet roof, it has a rather beautiful interior, which is worth popping in the head while walking past. In the courtyard you'll see a metal sundial, which was added in the 19th century
Kent Museum The old government building was converted into a city museum, which traces the history and culture of the city of Safranbolu. There are some excellent exhibits with displays of typical household items, jewelry, clothing and textiles from the Ottoman era. Just outside in the courtyard (with a beautiful view of the Old City) is the clock tower built in the 18th century by the Grand Vizier Ä°zzet Mehmet Pasa
Bulak Caves This cave system runs for 6 km GĂźrleyik Hills but can be visited only 500 m away. There are stalactites and stalagmites all the way and the trip here makes interesting diversion from looking at Ottoman architecture
Incekaya Aqueduct This Byzantine aqueduct sits high above Tokatli Gorge offers amazing views of those who are not afraid of heights. The natural scenery here is absolutely gorgeous and walking on it, looking down at the jagged gorge below is a hold-your-breath thrilling
Yörük Köyü Köyü Yoruk (Nomad village) is a tumbledown village full of character. As Safranbolu, it is home to rows of magnificent Ottoman remnants of dwellings though here, many of them fall into ruin in serious condition. The village was established when the government forced the nomads to settle here (hence the name) and once settled a new village become prosperous
Kastamonu If you want to experience a piece of Turkish provincial life then go to the city of Kastamonu. Well on the tourist trail, Kastamonu has a bustling center with lively traditional bazaar area. Just off the main street lanes are covered with crumbling Ottoman mansion in various states of disrepair. The museum is quite bright, with a small but beautifully situated, with a collection of finds from local excavations, and the Byzantine castle, up on the ridge above the town, has spectacular views of the city below
Küre Mountains (Küre Daǧları) For lovers of hiking and Kure mountains, close to Pinarbasi, they are wonderfully untouched place Turkey, which offer huge potential for pedestrians. In the densely forested hills There are waterfalls, thermal springs and a network of hiking trails