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Historical Thermal City of Bursa

Bursa is a member of European Historical Thermal Towns Association (EHTTA). The city will host the 2nd edition of EHTTA general meeting.

Bursa city was approved as a member of European Historical Thermal Towns Association (EHTTA) at the meeting of Technical Committee of EHTTA which was gathered in a SPA city of Belgium on 15 March, 2013. At the end of this, the city has been a part of European Historical Thermal Destination, which was authorized by the Council of Europe. In 2015, Bursa city will host the 2nd edition of EHTTA General Meeting. | Page 13

Nilüfer signifys historical Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa keeps the pulse of the Covered Bazaar

background of Bursa

Upon the completion of the restoration works of the Covered Bazaar of Bursa, an opening ceremony was organized by Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa. | Page 2

Operating under the motto of “Smile you are in Nilüfer”, Nilüfer Municipality of Bursa puts emphasis on restoration works on the historic riches of Bursa such as Gölyazı, Tahtalı and Misi.

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ilüfer is a significant district of Bursa.

Besides, Nilüfer hosts variety of ancient civilizations. İznik is said to be the ancient district of the region. However, Nilüfer is historically older settlement area than İznik.

Nilüfer is the oldest historic region of Bursa.

From Nilüfer stream to Golyazı, the historic richess of the region is unbelivable. To cite an example, Misi has 2000 years of historic heritage, Golyazı dates back to 2300 years ago. So, Nilüfer is older than today’s central Bursa.

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From this standpoint, Aktoprak region of Nilüfer assumes significance more than ever.

As for the region, we can mention about the history of 8500 years. There are some historic remains, such as mussle shells, to reflect that Marmara Sea reached this region in ancient times. Whenever asked on the oldest history of Bursa, Nilüfer comes to mind. | Page 10

Held by TUYAP and BTSO partnership between 11-14 November 2015, CONTRACT HOTEL EXPO BURSA FAIR, Hotel, Restaurant, Hospital and Catering Industry Business Contracts Fair, is the first in Turkey to lead the establishment of significant collaborations in the international arena. | Page 3

Mehmet Akkuş: TURSAB puts emphasis on upgrading tourism sector Uludağ offers natural of Bursa, with its 9000 agencies and 38 Regional Executive Boards. swimming We have recently interviewed Mehmet Akkuş, Chairman, South Marmara Regional pools for Board of the Turkish Association of Travel tourists Agents-TÜRSAB. He said that public sector and private sector should cooperate with each other in order to upgrade the tourism sector. When asked on the activities of TURSAB, Mehmet Akkuş pointed out, “The Association of Turkish Travel Agencies is a professional organization having the status of legal person, established by Law in 1972. (The Law concerning Travel Agencies and the Association of Travel Agencies; Law No 1618,effective as of 28 September 1972) | Page 8

Foreign real estate buyers prefer Bursa more than ever Bursa, being among the top five real estate markets in Turkey, ranked first in percentage increase in real estate sales during the first half of 2015, according to Turkish Statistics Institute. | Page 6

Cumalıkızık, shining star of Bursa, arouses interest both at home and abroad

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BUSAT importance and role for perception of health tourism in Bursa

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Surgical Operation for Diabetes in Bursa

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THY launches new Kuwait flights to Bursa | Page 8

General Surgeon Dr. Ersun Topal, has implemented a metabolic surgery for a patient suffering from diabetes. Dr. Ersun Topal pointed out that, “A new experimental form of surgery, developed in Brazil, claims to offer a chance of a cure fortype 2 diabetes.| Page 12

The Muradiye Complex attracts interest of tourists as usual

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BUTGEM shows an exemplary performance and dynamism

Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa keeps the pulse of the Covered Bazaar

Recep Altepe: “We will do our utmost best to sustain the vitality of the Covered Bazaar” BURSA-Upon the completion of the restoration works of the Covered Bazaar of Bursa, an opening ceremony was organized

by Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa. During the ceremony, a documentary film was presented and Recep Altepe, Mayor of Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa addressed the audience.

He said, “We can say that the vitality of Bursa closely depends on the vitality of the Covered Bazaar. Historic riches of Bursa were added to the heritage list of UNESCO. From this standpoint, the Covered Bazaar assumes its significance for centuries. We take pride in presenting the Covered Bazaar with its new face and vision.”

Recep Altepe, Mayor of Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa added, “We will do our utmost best to sustain the vitality of the Covered Bazaar with a keen eye on its original form.” Some people say the Covered Bazaar

quickly. Bursa silk soon became a luxury prized by Byzantine and European royalty. Until recently, every village around Bursa had at least a handful of houses where the worms were cultivated and their gossamer cocoons spun into silken thread.

fashion of hundreds of years ago is truly amazing and it serves as a status symbol and the origin of the family.

Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire with a history dating back to centuries at the heart of the silk and spice trade, becomes Turkey’s fourth largest city. The city which has been the capital of many civilizations for centuries is the hub of many monuments and historical works nowadays. The city’s skyline is comprised of historical landmarks varying from mosques, madrasas and baths.

Bursa was a final stop on the fabled Silk Road, with the precise combination of soil and climate needed for the cultivation of mulberry trees. Mulberry leaves are the food of choice for silkworms, so the industry grew

Attracting attention for its natural beauty as well as its rich cultural heritage Bursa is also a much preferred holiday resort for winter sports. Uludağ in Bursa is frequented by both winter and outdoor sports enthusiasts.

Recep Altepe, Mayor of Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa

of Bursa is similar to the Grand bazaar in Istanbul. But, if take a walk and experience it, you will see that the Bursa bazaar has its own special, individual mark.

It seems as time has stopped and you can feel the spirit of traders from long time ago, you can taste the traditional spices, teas and chestnuts in sherbet. The jewellery in accordance with the

Arab tourists prefer Excavation and archeological works on the 600-years old the Tile Furnaces of Iznik are underway plane tree in Inkaya

Bursa is the home of outstanding natural beauty, which is complemented by its vast historical background. Bursa has a lot to brag about particularly as this province was the first Ottoman capital, and as such is endowed with an array of monuments, mosques, tombs, baths, etc. Preferred by Arab tourists, Inkaya is a village just a few miles away from Bursa on the way to Uludag . It is one of the oldest villages of Bursa founded by Ottomans. There is a giant plane tree in the village with almost 10-metre circumference trunk which make this place a touristic attraction. There are restaurants, gift shops, cafes around the tree and it is a popular place among local people as well. On sunny summer days, it is nice to go up to the Inkaya tree and have a cup of tea or eat grilled meat under the tree.

According to Erhan Doğan, Tourist Guide, real estate in Bursa is one of the first choice for Arab tourist and investors. Apart from being an industrial city, Bursa has a rich culture and tourism capacity that attract Arabs.

Many Arab businessmen are planning to make investments in housing and shopping mall projects. Almost thirty percent of tourists going on holiday at the Uludağ ski resort are Arabs. Bursa has been a profitable place for Arab investors for many years. Arab and Middle Eastern tourism has gained momentum. Both city and mountain hotels show full occupancy. Arab tourists could be seen at nearly all hotels. Arabs used to prefer to visit Uludağ and Bursa in summer months.

İZNİK- Excavation and archeological works on the Tile Furnaces of İznik are initiated in mid- July and finished at the end of August every year.

In İznik district center, excavations have been started by Prof. Dr. Oktay Aslanapa, the then Division Head of Artistic History and Archeology of İstanbul University, in 1967.

Since 1994, the studies are being continued under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Ara Altun, who is a lecturer in the same division, with the participation of many scientists and students. The works found in this region, which was the production center for İznik ceramics and encaustic tiles between the 11th - 17th centuries, charm the visitors. Almost 99% of such works exhibited in the museum are found in scientific excavations.

Following the recent excavations of İznik kilns on the site, Prof. Aslanapa and Prof.

Altun have clearly observed that the Ottoman ceramics in İznik had a Seljuk background. The latest research and analysis have revealed that the white pasted hard ceramic

Experts of United Nations Development Program visited BUTGEM which contributes much to meet the requirement of qualified intermediate staff of the industry of Bursa. UN Development Program Committee which was hosted by Mr. Fahrettin Güler; Member of the Board of Directors of BTSO examined the courses and fields of the training. UN Committee for 4 people met with the students who have training in the courses of Model Robot, Wood Toy Workshop, Wire Car and Origami Paper Art. The Committee which got information from the course teachers has found the activities of BUTGEM successful. The Committee also had an exchange of ideas about the subjects of renewable energy.

“Butgem is a treasure” Mr. Fahrettin Güler; Member of the Board of Directors of BTSO who gave the committee information about activities of BUTGEM expressed that they are pleased by the visit of the Experts of UN Development Program. Mr. Gülener pointed out that the courses which are given by experienced expert trainers in their field are so valuable for the ones who wanted to have jobs.

Mr.

Gülener said that “BUTGEM is a great opportunity for Bursa and our country. Young people who do not have jobs have been continuing to reach to the jobs in their dreams thanks to BUTGEM. We will always continue to support BUTGEM which is unbelievably valuable for the industry of Bursa. BUTGEM is a big school. Everyone must benefit from the knowledge and experience here.”

“The success of butgem could be a model to the world” Expert Mr. Sahba Sobhani who expressed that he is so glad to be in BUTGEM said that “We have seen the vocational training given under the leadership of BTSO on site. Bursa is an important center for vocational training. We have witnessed to this. Young people have many beneficial trainings in practical fields. These centers should be all over the world.”

“We need the experience of butgem” Ms. Vesna Dzuteska who made examinations with the committee in BUTGEM expressed that she is impressed by the trainings and activities in BUTGEM and said that “According to the last research conducted, the employers cannot fill 25% of the positions which they declared as they cannot find staffs in the conditions they search. At least 30% of the ones who have been employed do not have required experiences. We must apply the model of BUTGEM in different countries, too. We need the experience and capacity of BUTGEM.

Mustafakemalpaşa Municipality organizes Symposium on “Mustafakemalpaşa: From the past to future”

This year, the scientific excavation was undertaken under the coordination of Assoc.

Prof. Belgin Demirsar Arlı of Istanbul University and her team.

“Our Works are carried out by cooperating with the official of Bursa Metropolitan Municipality and İznik Municipality. We belive that the excavation works would reach their targets, thereby paving the way for displaying historic richess of İznik,” she said.

Experts of United Nations Development Program have been impressed by Bursa Design and Technology Development Center (BUTGEM) which is active within the Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BTSO) Education Foundation.

UN Committee said that the centers like BUTGEM should be established in different countries, too

consists of the same material as the soft porcelain used in the Ottoman Period. At first, blue and white were the prevailing colors in the pots and wall tiles in this category. During the 16th century, the turquoise was introduced. The embossed red of the wall tiles of the mihrab of Süleymaniye Mosque (1555) marks the peak of Ottoman tiles and ceramics. During the Ottoman era, the İznik tiles and pottery were exported to other countries via the Island of Rhodes, which was then under Turkish rule.

Unique encaustic tile findings belonging to 15th - 17th century produced in İznik, which have found a large usage area in the term during which they were made are exhibited in the southern part of the museum. İznik ceramics that were produced in İznik in the 11th - 14th centuries are exhibited in the northern part of the museum. There are more than 2000 works, 300 coins, 500 İznik encaustic tiles and ceramics and 150 ethnographical works in the museum sections. 98% of the works included in the exhibition are findings obtained from scientific excavations.

BURSA (İHA) - Mustafakemalpaşa-Sadi Kurtulan, Mayor of Mustafakemalpaşa, said, “ We organize a symposium on Mustafakemalpaşa under the title of “Mustafakemalpaşa: From the past to Future” by cooperating with Uludağ University.

The symposium will be held on Mayıs 13-15, 2016. The event will focus on the past, present and future of the region. Economic and social structure of the region will be analyzed to a great extent. Academics, writers and experts will present papers during the symposium.”

Sadi Kurtulan, Mayor of Mustafakemalpaşa, pointed out that we believed that the Symposium would pave the way for promotion of yhe region and its environs and natural beauties.

Sadi Kurtulan Mayor of Mustafakemalpaşa,

He added that, “ Our region, having fertile land and abundand mining resources has a remarkable potentiol of industrial and agricultural exports. In addition to being a trading and industrial center with socio-economic growth, the region is a significant cultural and tourism center owing to its rich historical and cultural background.”

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Bursa Metropolitan Municipality honored

by Balkan Championship once more Esma Aydemir of “Bursa Büyükşehir Belediyespor-Sport Club of Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa” won Balkan Championship once more as an athlete of Turkey’s National Team participating in the Balkan Senior Championships, at Balkan Athletics Championships in Pitesci, Romania.

She won the silver medal in the 3000 m and the gold medal in the 5000 m event at the 2011 European Athletics Junior Championships held in Tallinn, Estonia.

Esma Aydemir is the holder of the national

record in 1-mile race with 4:31.28 set in 2012. She won the silver medal in the 4x400 m relay event with her team mates Özge Akın, Birsen Engin and Sema Apak at the 2013 Solidarity Games held in Palembang, Indonesia.

Bursa Büyükşehir Belediyespor, is a multi-sports club sponsored by the Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa in Turkey. Established in 1980 with five sports branches, Bursa Büyükşehir Belediyespor is currently active in 17 sports genres performed by around

5,000 licensed sportspeople. The club focuses on diverse range of infrastructure. The Club has dedicated facilities available such as a table tennis hall, a wrestling hall as well as indoor and open-air tennis courts and swimming pools, which are also open to the public. Its Acemler Sports Hall hosts basketball, volleyball and karate events.

Uludağ offers natural swimming pools for tourists

BURSA- “If you go to Uludağ, you can benefit from the natural swimming pools” say the tourists coming to Uludağ. The natural swimming pools, Softaboğan Waterfall and the crater lakes located in Uludağ have all become increasingly popular during summer months. Thus, Uludağ makes its presence felt not only in winter tourism but also in summer tourism.

The highest area in western Anatolia, Uludağ is easily ascended by car or cable-car. The park is about 22 km (14 mi) south of Bursa and is signposted from there. Bursa can be reached by road from Istanbul. The cable-car facilities also available from Bursa. Mt. Uludağ, is one of the most popular skiing resorts in Turkey.

Habitats of the park range from maquis on the lower slopes, through deciduous woodland and beech and fir forest to alpine meadows at the highest levels. It

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Qualified products meet you at the CONTRACT HOTEL EXPO

Held by TUYAP and Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BTSO) partnership between 11-14 November 2015, CONTRACT HOTEL EXPO BURSA FAIR, Hotel, Restaurant, Hospital and Catering Industry Business Contracts Fair, is the first in Turkey to lead the establishment of significant collaborations in the international arena. İbrahim Burkay, Chairman of the Board, Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BTSO) pointed out that CONTRACT HOTEL EXPO BURSA FAIR (COHO) would pave the way for a series of business opportunities by displaying production and export potential of Bursa. He said that COHO would be instrumental to convey the messages of business people operating in various industries. İlhan Ersözlü, General Manager of TUYAP Bursa said that the Fair would serve as an ideal platform for the related business people by bringing together the senior managers and purchasing authorities of the companies active in national and international platforms such as the hotel, restaurant and catering industry.

Within the frame of the sector’s needs, COHO provides opportunity to increase the customer satisfaction to the maximum to establish business connections and partnership agreements through which you can

observe new fields and the position of your firm in the market.

İlhan Ersözlü General Manager of TUYAP

realize your projects; to follow closely the developments and expectations in the industry; to have new investment opportunities; to

TUYAP Bursa operates in association with the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Village Works, the Governor’s Office of Bursa, the City of Bursa, the Bursa Chamber of Industry and Commerce, the Bursa Directorate of Agriculture, and the Small and Medium Industry Support and Development Authority (KOSGEB), collaborates closely with the University of Uludağ and the Association of Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers of Turkey in addition to other trade unions, public authorities, associations, chambers and non-governmental organizations in its fields of operation.

Within the frame of the sector’s needs, COHO provides opportunity to increase the customer satisfaction to the maximum level.

COHO is the first in Turkey to lead the establishment of significant collaborations in the international arena.

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is a refuge for mountain birds, such as lammergeier and other vultures, golden eagle and more than 20 otherraptor species.

Other high-altitude species include alpine accentor, rock thrushes and choughs. The area is also good for eastern specialities such as isabelline wheatear, and, at almost the most westerly points of their range, red-fronted serin and Krüper’s nuthatch. The dense fir forest holds short-toed treecreeper, common crossbill and Tengmalm’s owl, a rare and very local bird in Turkey, as well as the white-backed woodpecker.

The rare and local butterfly, Parnassius apollo graslini, is found on Uludag and the area has much of interest to botanists, with colourful pink primroses (Primula vulgaris var. sibthorpii), leopard’s bane (Doronicum orientale), crocuses: the purple Crocus siberi and yellow Crocus flavus, and grape hyacinths (Muscari racemosum).

Quality pears from Yenişehir around the world

Apart from world renowned pepper of the region, the pears grown in Yenişehir are exported to around the World. Ayhan Yoğurt, one of the pear exporters of the region pointed out, ” Being able to produce mostly demanded varieties such as Santa Maria, we export pears to Germany, Russia, France, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Iran. We are very satisfied with the quality and the ever growing demand for our pears.”

“All of our products are grown in Yenişehir and exported according to to export standards.

We care for quality standards and non-pesticide residue in our products,” he further added.

Pears can be divided into two simple categories: European and Asian. The former is what we typically think of: a smooth-skinned fruit with

gentle bumps and curves in that typical bottom-heavy shape. Asian pears are uniform in color (yellowish-tan) and shaped more like apples, with a completely different texture and taste. Asian pears do not change color after being harvested, whereas some European ones do. For nutritional reasons, we’re often advised to consume the skins of fruits.

However, it’s less often that research provides strong evidence in support of this advice.

Recent studies have shown that the skin of pears contains at least three to four times as many phenolic phytonutrients as the flesh. These phytonutrients include antioxidant, anti-inflammatory flavonoids, and potentially anti-cancer phytonutrients like cinnamic acids. The skin of the pear has also been shown to contain about half of the pear’s total dietary fiber.

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Bursa makes its presence felt in the world’s leading 21 fairs in 6 months

Preparations for World Media Summit underway

Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BTSO) which develops projects for SMEs of Bursa to increase their export and abroad experiences get the representatives of the business community with 21 fair organizations within Global Fair Agency Project in the first 6 months of 2015.

Businessmen, who had the opportunity to examine the innovations in their sectors closely through the project, returned to the country with business contacts that they made. BTSO has been continuing to get its members together with the abroad fair organizations within Global Fair Agency Project that is one of the 16 Macro Projects of BTSO. BTSO which got its nearly 1000 representatives of business community to 23 separate abroad made many organizations from USA to China, from Russia to Germany.

Members of BTSO are following the world closely BTSO has been continuing to get the companies of Bursa together with the most prestigious fairs with Global Fair Agency Project that is a role model to chambers and exchanges in 2015. Members of BTSO have had the opportunity to visit 21 fairs which were held in USA, China, Germany, United Arabic Emirates, France and Italy in the first 6 months of this year. Members of BTSO visited the Heimtextil Fair in January with a private airplane from the Yenişehir Airport, and attended International Franchise Expo Fair in New York, USA with a delegation of 160 people in June.

Great interest in fairs...

Members of BTSO showed great

interest in fair organizations that KOSGEB and BTSO provided financial support. Nearly 800 representatives who benefits from the project had the opportunity to realize important business contacts during visits.

“We get our members together with potential customer” Mr. İbrahim Burkay; President of the Board of Directors of BTSO who pointed out that Bursa enabled representatives of business world to meet with potential customer thanks to the fair organizations said that fairs had a vital importance for SMEs. President Mr. Burkay who reminded that they introduced nearly 1000 companies with fairs abroad previous year pointed out that the aim is to make this num-

ber to reach to 2000 at the end of 2015. Mr.Burkay said “We have scheduled 58 fairs this year within our Global Fair Ageny Project.

We would like our members to follow the innovations related to their sectors closely and make business contacts in accordance with our export-oriented growing aim. We are would like to see the companies of Bursa to fair organizations held by BTSO.

“I returned to the country with cooperation” Some companies that benefit from Global Fair Agency Project emphasized that they made important business negotiations in fair visits. Mr.Ümit Karaefe, a businessman, who attended Innotrans and Bau Munchen Fair held in Global Germany, expressed that the fair went quite productive for his company. Mr.

Have you ever tried the taste of Candiedchestnut?

Cardelion Candiedchestnut penetrates into the world markets BURSA-If you’re travelling in Turkey and venture to Bursa, the country’s fourth largest city, you must do as the locals do. Stop by and enjoy one of Turkey’s most prized regional candiedchestnuts, better known as “kestane şekeri” (kes-tahn-EH’ sheh-keyr-EE’).

Known as marron glacés in French cuisine, candied chestnuts have been a specialty in this deeply historical region of Turkey.

Did you know that some of the world’s best marron glace, or candied chestnuts come not from France or Italy, but from Turkey?

Some of the world’s plumpest, most perfect chestnuts are grown right around the green city of Bursa, Turkey’s fourth largest city.

If you’ve never tried a candied chestnut before, you don’t know what you’re missing.

Ilka Sekerleme was established in Bursa to produce best quality chestnut candies sold under Kardelen and Cardelion brand.

The company established a growing distribution network in the country by 2007 when a larger plant was built in Yaylacık village in Bursa.

Bulgarian Consul Evgeni Vasiliev has recently visited Ilka Şekerleme in Bursa. During his visit to the Company, he was furnished information by the officials of Cardelion.

Mümin Akgün, General Manager, Deniz Utku Özdemir, Trade Manager and Nesrin Cesur, Managing Director, have briefed on the product range and the activities of the Company. Evgeni Vasiliev expressed his appreciation to the Company officials and invited Cardelion to invest in Bulgaria.

Mümin Akgün, General Manager

said that Cardelion took pride in hosting Bulgarian Consul Evgeni Vasiliev.

He pointed out ”Following the modernization, new investments in the factory and a quality certificate was secured, being the first one for the candied chestnut production. Production of both chestnut and chestnut candies are on the rise.”

According to Mümin Akgün, General Manager of Cardelion, “Turkey is one of the biggest producers of chestnut in the world.

Only a small portion of these produce are processed as candies, value added form of the product.

Sales volume of chestnut candies in abroad has been limited.”

“Number of Kardelen stores increased by investing in retail channels that owned by our com-

pany. Besides we have developed additional packages and products that were all aimed to facilitate the choice and buying processes of consumers.”

“World markets are becoming global markets having similar lifestyles of the people. With this understanding, our company decided to open up in European markets. We aim to promote our products abroad. Our exports began to rise rapidly. By now, we exported our products to more than 30 countries. Cardelion is our new brand for export markets. It addresses a wide range of export countries by its name, identity, presentation and taste.

Cardelion covers also a wide range of innovative products that addresses special needs, desires and demands. “

Karaefe who expressed that they returned to Turkey with business contacts that they made in Innotrans Fair, said that “Innotrans Fair was very important for us. I had the opportunity to communicate face-to-face with world-famous companies in the fair. We made collaboration with a company that is active in railway system sector from Czech Republic.

We are realizing some projects of the company at the moment as a result of this cooperation. I could not have this cooperation without Global Fair Agency Project.”

“I was abroad for the first time thanks to btso” Mr. Yusuf Calayır, a businessman, who expressed that he visited Gulfood Fair which was held in Dubai with the project pointed out that he had the opportunity to go abroad for the first time thanks to fair organization of BTSO Global Fair Agency Project.

Mr. Calayır who pointed out that Global Fair Agency Project is an important service for business world said that “I have had an abroad experience for the first time thanks to BTSO. The fair visit went quite great for my company. I also had the opportunity to make various business contacts during the fair visit. I would like to thank BTSO for the organization.”

BURSA-The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Turkey Journalists Confederation agreed on organizing World Media Summit. The details of the Summit are underway.

Nuri Kolaylı, President of Turkey Journalists Confederation and the Members of the Board have recently visited Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs.

During the visit, Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu expressed his appreciation for the visit He added that the Ministry could cooperate with The Confederation as far as the forthcoming World Media Summit is concerned.

He said that the Summit would also contibute to Turkey’s image positively abroad.

He noted, “Freedom of speech for journalists is, of course, very important. But if you are saying that journalists are exempt from [penalty when] committing other crimes or that they are untouchable, that is another point altogether. I think no one should be exempt from [punishment for] committing a crime or having impunity because of their job.

As the foreign minister of the Turkish Republic I cannot accept a journalist’s being imprisoned due to journalistic activity.

We need to make a distinction between them,” Nuri Kolaylı, President of Turkey Journalists Confederation pointed out, “The Confederation consists of 8 federation coupled with 84 journalist associations, members of which total more than 20 thousands media personnel. What is needed is an up to date media legislation. The Summit would pave the way for tourism and exchange of views with our foreign counterparts” Meanwhile, Nuri Kolaylı condemned the recent terrorist attacks carried out by the terrorists and called upon all journalists and media institutions to act responsibly when covering terror attacks. “We are passing through a critical in which terror shows its true colors. First of all, we as Turkey Journalists Confederation, condemn every terror attack in our country and we extend our condolences to the families of our slain officers.

Emphasizing that journalists and media institutions have to be careful and responsible when covering terror attacks, he said that being responsible in such a sensitive period was essential not only for top officials but also for journalists,” He said in a written statement released.

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Karacabey hosts students from different cultures and variety of countries KARACABEY-The International Yeniköy Summer Language Camp organized by Karacabey Municipality and Bursa Youth Academy has paved the way for hosting 40 students from 22

countries within the framework of a five-days program. The students exchanged their views on different languages, cultures and traditions.The major countries from which the students came are: Tunisia, Romania, Italy, Philippines, Belarus, Ghana, Pakistan, Egypt, Georgia, Kosova, Albania, Bolivia and Algeria.

During the farewell ceremony of the Summer Camp, the students expressed their satisfation for the program jointly organized by Karacabey Municipality and Bursa Youth Academy.

Students said, “We are greatful to meet people around the world. We are so happy to be here. We’re thinking that you were happy here. With the good memories, we come to the

As for the officials of the program, they pointed out, “Participating in a program and coming to Turkey in particular, will undoubtedly expose students to new ideas, help them learn about different cultures, discover many common values across cultures, improve their communication skills and establish an international network. Students become more culturally competent as a result of studying abroad; many learn to speak some Turkish and possess better communication skills as a result.”

BURSA-İsmail Hakkı Edebali, Mayor, Yıldırım Municipality of Bursa said, “Cumalıkızık hosted its traditional International Raspberry Festival. Bursa and its environs assumed utmost significance from the standpoint of UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Within this framework, Cumalıkızık was added to World Heritage List of UNESCO.”

A group of similar villages which are placed close together between the foot of mount Uludağ and the valleys have been called Kızık in Turkish. The name stands for one of the twenty-four clans of the Oghuz Turks and the people from the villages also called Kızık. Similar villages, less well preserved, are Değirmenlikızık, Derekızık, and Hamamlıkızık (see Kızık for other places named Kızık in Turkey). Hamamlıkızık was the village of the local baths (hamam), and Cumalıkızık was named because people gathered there on Friday.

The Cumalıkızık ethnography museum in the village’s square displays historical objects from the village. Every June

Nabil Bin Ameen Molla, Secretary General of GSO visits Suuçtu Waterfall

end of our camp.

Thanks to everyone who organized and participated in the Camp.”

Cumalıkızık, shining star of Bursa, arouses interest both at home and abroad

İsmail Hakkı Edebali pointed out, “ Cumalıkızık is a village in the Yıldırım Munnicipality of Bursa Province, located 10 kilometers east of the city of Bursa, at the foot of Mount Uludağ. Its history goes back to the Ottoman Empire’s foundation era. The village is now included within the border of the Yıldırım district as a neighbourhood. Cumalıkızık was founded as a vakıf village. The historical texture of the village has been well protected and the civilian countryside architectural structures of the early Ottoman period are still intact.

Because of this, Cumalıkızık has become a popular but still unspoiled center for tourists.”

Sadi Kurtulan, Mayor of Mustafakemalpaşa, hosted Nabil Bin Ameen Molla, Secretary General of GSO, the Standardization Organization of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, in Suuçtu Waterfall of the region. Paying a visit to Turkey on the occasion of cooperation on standardization works with the Turkish Standards Institution, Mr. Nabil Bin Ameen Molla expressed his admiration for the natural beauty of Suuçtu Waterfall and its environs. He said that having a common cultural and historical heritage, Turkey and Arab countries could cooperate in trade and tourism more than ever before. Sadi Kurtulan, Mayor of Mustafakemalpaşa declared his satisfaction for the visit of Nabil Bin Ameen Molla, Secretary General of GSO. He added, “Suuçtu Waterfall has become a focus of attention in recent years. We try to upgrade the infrastructural services of the region.”

Bursa’s Suuçtu Waterfall, 17 kilometers away from Mustafakemalpaşa district, offers magnificent beauty that awaits photographers and nature lovers “Suuçtu Waterfall, which is a hidden treasure and offers a different beauty in every season, is not known well enough. We want this place to be promoted to the world and host tourists from all around the world,” Sadi Kurtulan, Mayor of Mustafakemalpaşa told.

According to Sadi Kurtulan, the Waterfall, which is in a beech-tree forest is one of the most beautiful spots in Turkey. The area is a haven for nature aficionados, nature sports lovers and photographers, particularly during the fall.

there is a raspberry festival. The famous Cumalıkızık houses are made out of wood, adobe, rubblestones. Most of them are triplex houses. The windows upstairs are generally latticed and with a bay window. The handles and knockers on the main entry doors are made of wrought iron.

The Cumalıkızık ethnography museum in the village’s square displays historical objects from the village. The famous Cumalıkızık houses are made out of wood, adobe, rubblestones. Most of them are

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The waterfall, which is produced by an earthquake, is made up of the Karadere River which

triplex houses. The windows upstairs are generally latticed and with a bay window.

The handles and knockers on the main entry doors are made of wrought iron.

Cobblestone streets are interesting with a typical medieval gutter in the center for rain and waste water.

emerges from the Çataldağ and Kavalıyayla rivers and the merging of the side tributaries of these rivers.

The rivers also meet the water needs of Mustafakemalpaşa and the 15 villages within the district.

The river, which is about 30 meters – stretching to 50 meters in winter with flooding – offers people the natural beauty of beech, oak and larch forests.

Mustafakemalpaşa district is 84 kilometers away from the provincial center of Bursa, while the waterfall is close to the area’s Muradiyesarnıç village. It was formed with the collapse of a fault line and also features a small lake that appears in winter.

Suuçtu is a popular resort area to visit during the weekends, especially for those from Istanbul and Balıkesir. The area is known as an oxygen depot among the beech trees. Besides being a natural air-conditioning unit, the Suuçtu Waterfall also has natural walking routes and a trout production center.

It is a fascinating resort area to visit especially for those from Istanbul and Balikesir, actually called as Suuctu and connected to a road for 13 km to Tumbuldek thermal waters.

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News

“Astrofest” attracts interest of children, young and adults keen on science and technology

September October

2015

Academical Support to BTSO MESYEB

Vocational Competence Exam and Certification Center (MESYEB) which is active within Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BTSO) will cooperate with Vocational School of Technical Sciences of Uludağ University.

Turkish-Greek friendship cemented by sport activities

BURSA- Yıldırım Municipality of Bursa organizes a series of remarkable events to cement Turkish-Greek friendship.

Yıldırım Municipality, Gymnastics Club and Sidirokastro Sport Club of Greece agreed on mutually fruitful projects between the two countries.

MESYEB which was established under the roof of BTSO in order for certification and servicing in surveillance fields has been continuing its activities with the aim of getting the qualified workforce and occupational security to international standards. MESYEB which was established in 2014 in Bursa that is the locomotive city of national economy continues the cooperation with different institutions.

BURSA-In a recent festival under the name of “Astrofest” organized by Science and Technology Centre of Bursa (established

by Metropolitan Municipality of Bursa), 120 tents were set up in Uludağ and more than 400 people participated in the event. Participants of ‘’scientific overnight stay’’ , the ones only thinking, night and day of science, made a series of observations on stars and took variety of photos.

Mr. Ramazan Karakök; General Manager of MESYEB who expressed that professional competence certificate has become a legal obligation in the works which are in the dangerous category said that they give great importance to the cooperation among institutions Mr. Karakök who expressed Mr. Ramazan Karakök; that they desire to take General Manager of support from the academic MESYEB and institution staff of Vocational School trainers visited Prof. Dr. of Technical Sciences of Mehmet Karahan who is Uludağ University said that appointed to Vocational “MESYEB which is acSchool of Technical Scienc- credited by TURKAK and es of Uludağ University MYK continues to assess (UÜ) as a Director. Durvocational competences ing the visit, the cooperaobjectively by servicing not tion to be made between only in Bursa, but also to the two institutions was the Marmara Region. We discussed. would like to benefit from

Recep Altepe, Metropolitan Mayor of Bursa said, “ On the occasion of Astrofest in Uludağ, the participants have been able to put their theoretical knowledge into practice. So, the event has been instrumental to produce an awareness for astronomy and celestial bodies more than ever.”

He pointed out, “The Bursa Science and Technology Centre, one of the vision projects of the Bursa Municipality has been founded with a view to develop the scientific perception of our society and to contribute to the upbringing of future scientists.

Our Science and Technology Centre which is presently the most comprehensive science centre of Turkey and has been sustaining its studies with content and consultancy support

by TUBITAK (the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey.) It has been giving service to our all citizens from any ages, in its new building of 12.000 square meters, with a rich variety of equipment.”

Recep Altepe, Metropolitan Mayor of Bursa added, “I may say with a great happiness that we have established a centre where the science gets converted into adventure.

We have hosted thousands of visitors so far, as from its inauguration date it has begun to give service with its 250 exper-

“Cooperation will make contribution to the both institutions”

the experiences of Vocational School of Technical Sciences as an institution.

I believe that this cooperation will contribute to occupational health and safety activities.”

“Mesyeb has been forming strong basis” Mr. Mehmet Karahan; Manager of Vocational School of Technical Sciences of Uludağ University pointed out that making cooperation with MESYEB is important for them and said that “MESYEB is both developing the qualities of our staff and forming a strong basis about occupational health and security.

All of our companies must definitely benefit from the advantages and opportunities of MESYEB. As a vocational high school, this cooperation which we will be made with MESYEB will contribute much to the two institutions.

Victoria Xatzina, Chairman of Badminton Federation of Greece, Bacuras Odiseas, Deputy Mayor, Sidirokastro paid a visit to İsmail Hakkı Edebali, Mayor, Yıldırım Municipality of Bursa. They expressed their appreciation and gratitude to Mayor İsmail Hakkı Edebali and the Municipality officials for the generous hospitality of the Municipality. They also invited Mayor İsmail Hakkı Edebali to Greece in order to upgrade existing projects. İsmail Hakkı Edebali, Mayor, Yıldırım Municipality of Bursa said, “We are convinced that Turkish-Greek friendship would gain new dimensions in line with sport activities initiated by Yıldırım Municipality and our Greek counterpart. If you’re looking for friends, joining a sports team is a great way to connect with people. There are several reasons for this.

First, you and your team are all working together and playing by the same set of rules. You need to trust each other and as you get to know one another you play off each other’s strengths. Also, sports brings out a variety of people, so you’ll instantly share a common point of interest.”

Foreign real estate buyers prefer Bursa more than ever

Bursa, being among the top five real estate markets in Turkey, ranked first in percentage increase in real estate sales during the first half of 2015, according to Turkish Statistics Institute.

Apart from being an industrial city, Bursa has a rich culture and tourism capacity that attract Arabs. Many Arab businessmen are planning to make investments in housing and shopping mall projects.

Almost thirty percent of tourists going on holiday at the Uludağ ski resort are Arabs. Bursa has been a profitable place for Arab investors for many years. Arab and Middle Eastern tourism has gained momentum.

During Jan-July period year of 2015, 24,935 housing units were sold, indicating a 29.1 percent increase when compared to the figures of the corresponding period of last imental apparatuses.”

He noted, “Being a scientist is not a profession but a lifestyle. We have been taking special pains in order to ensure our Science and Technology Centre which will play an important role in building the future up to become a live centre full of national and international organisations by organising different activities.

Our aim is to contribute to the upbringing an idealist and productive youth that is keen on science.

On the occasion of Astrofest, we can say that we are ready to host all our children and youth in our Science and Technology Centre, together with their families”

The Turkish real estate sector, offering ever-greater opportunities for investors every year, has come to prominence especially in the last decade. Turkish real estate market is rising strongly, after lacklustre performance in recent years and attracted the attention of international investors especially just after the new reciprocity law. Foreigners are now eligible to purchase real estate in Turkey irrespective of the reciprocal rights.

Bursa has been ranked as third Turkish city after Istanbul and Antalya in terms of house sales to foreigners. Over 80 percent of house sales were made to the investors from Gulf countries such as Kuwait and United Arab There is a demand from overEmirates. seas investors in particular the According to the recent house Arabs who are keen to own a sales statistics, Bursa is the third second home in Bursa, which city in Turkey in terms of house will only prove beneficial to the country’s economy and will also sales to foreigners.

Bursa is the home of outstanding natural beauty, which is complemented by its vast historical background. Bursa has a lot to brag about particularly as this province was the first Ottoman capital, and as such is endowed with an array of monuments, mosques, tombs, baths, etc.

add value and credibility to the area.

Real estate investment in Bursa is one of the first choice for Arab tourists and investors.

Both city and mountain hotels show full occupancy. Arab tourists could be seen at nearly all hotels. Arabs used to prefer to visit Uludağ and Bursa in summer. months. Now the picture is different. If you go to Uludağ, you will see that there are Arabs spending daily or weekly holidays.

Economic Newspaper

September October

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2015

Buılding & Life Fair and Congress to be held in Bursa

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Bursa welcomes Arab tourists, hotels record high occupancy rates

Organised by Chambers of Architects Bursa Branch, Erexpo Fairs INC. and Burkon Tourism& Congress, the 27th edition of Bursa Building & Life Fair and Congress will run from 01-04 November 2015 at Merinos Congress Culture Centre.

To follow last developments in national and international aspects to the sector agents, Congress on 1-2 October 2015 and Summit on 3-4 October 2015 are scheduled to be held in Bursa. Congress will be included the academicians’ presentations.

Doyen and prominent agents will find an opportunity sharing Turkey, to increase value- added that is produced since 26 years their expertise at Summit. for Bursa Building and Life Fair and Congress participants, visOrganised by Chambers of Aritors, the city of Bursa and our chitects Bursa Branch, Erexpo country building sector.

Fairs INC. and Burkon Tourism& Congress, the 27th edition B2B meetings will be made to of Bursa Building & Life Fair meet the fair participants and and Congress will run from 01visitors on determinate hour at 04 November 2015 at Merinos special area and to use correctly Congress Culture Centre. their hours. The goal of B2B meetings are to meet efficiently As for the targets of the event, with right suppliers and right the main goal is to mobilize all customers. The fair organization dynamics of Bursa where is the one of the largest industry city in promise to meet with right sup-

BURSA-The recent increase in Arab tourists in Turkey has brought along with it a peak of interest by tourism operators from the region. Some of the largest chain hotel operators spanning from Kuwait to Dubai are working around the clock.

pliers and right customers.

The officials of the fair say:

To make friends with customers and suppliers rather than just making commercial agreements and the social side of fairs is also very important. To get rest Building Material Wholesalers, of day, Organizations will be International Import and Export made that will include catering Firms, and various show and entertainInternational Chain Stores’ ments for socializing related industry agents coming together. Buyers, Municipalities, Hotels, Hospitals, Shopping Centers and Public Enterprises.

The exhibitors of the Fair

Çalımlıoğlu offers dealership and franchise at home and abroad

BURSA- Headquartered in Bursa Çalımlıoğlu Gayrimenkul A.Ş. (Çalımlıoğlu Real Estate Inc.) is a dynamic and ever growing company, operating in the field of real estate marketing and investment. Çalımlıoğlu Inc. has initiated its first dealership office in İrfaniye, Bursa.

Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality and Harun Çalımlıoğlu, Chairman of the Board, Çalımlıoğlu Inc. participated in the opening ceremony of the dealership,

customer satisfaction. Actually, Çalımlıoğlu has turned out to be a prominent player in real estate market of Bursa in recent years.”

include: Architects, Interior Architects, Decorators, Industrial Product Designers, Construction and Project Contracting Firms, Engineering Firms, Real Estate Investment Trusts, Construction Markets

In recent years, real estate investments in Bursa have become the first choice for Arab tourists and investors in particular. Apart from being Harun Çalımlıoğlu, Chairman “This year, we will participate an industrial city, Bursa has of the Board, Çalımlıoğlu a rich culture and tourism in “Be My Dealer” Fair to Inc. pointed out, “ We are capacity that attract tourists be held at CNR, Istanbul in planning to offer dealership order to convey our message around the world. Many and franchise in İstanbul, businessmen operating in the to our potential dealers. We Germany and London. We Middle Eastern countries are are convinced that a bright are operating under the planning to make investments future lies ahead for Çalımprinciple of “quality service lıoğlu Inc.” Harun Çalımlıoğ- in housing and shopping mall coupled with confidence” paving the way for maximum lu added. projects.

Pınar Çakar, Public Relations Director of Aloft Bursa pointed out, “Hotels in Bursa have recorded high occupancy rates of 95 per cent. Tourists prefer Bursa for its natural beauty and historic riches, including for its unique thermal waters and spas.” Pınar Çakar added that, “The recent regular flights between Bursa and Kuwait also paved the way for a increasing number of tourist from Saudi Arabia, Dubai and Katar.” Mehmet Akkuş, Chairman, South Marmara Regional Board of the Turkish Association of Travel Agents (TÜRSAB), also says that Arabs constituted larger of all tourists to Bursa this year.

Noting that the number of Arab visitors in Turkey has been growing, Mehmet Akkuş, Chairman, South Marmara Regional Board of the Turkish Association of

Pınar Çakar, Public Relations Director of Aloft Bursa Travel Agents (TÜRSAB) underlined the fact that “Arabs choose Turkey as a tourism spot because of a number of factors like its natural beauty, shopping opportunities, geographical and cultural proximity, cheaper medical and cosmetic surgery fees and direct flights to final destinations.”

The transportation links to and from Bursa are excellent with the Bursa Yenisehir Airport just 20 minutes from the city centre plus numerous daily bus and ferry services between Bursa and Istanbul making it easy to commute if required.

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Tourism

September October

2015

Mehmet Akkuş: TURSAB puts emphasis on upgrading tourism sector of Bursa, with its 9000 agencies and 38 Regional Executive Boards. ish tourism. Some, even set up business abroad, in several tourist generating countries under severe competitive market situation and accomplished success. Their achievements have also contributed to increase tourism demand to Turkey.”

BURSA- We have recently interviewed Mehmet Akkuş, Chairman, South Marmara Regional Board of the Turkish Association of Travel Agents-TÜRSAB. He said that public sector and private sector should cooperate with each other in order to upgrade the tourism sector. When asked on the activities of TURSAB, Mehmet Akkuş pointed out, “The Association of Turkish Travel Agencies is a professional organization having the status of legal person, established by Law in 1972. (The Law concerning Travel Agencies and the Association of Travel Agencies; Law No 1618,effective as of 28 September 1972)

When it comes to the tourism potential of Bursa, Mehmet Akkuş, Chairman, South Marmara Regional Board of the Turkish Association of Travel

• Group (B) agencies sell tickets for international land, sea and air transport and tours arranged by (A) group travel agencies.

“The main aims of the Association are, the development of the travel agency profession in harmony with the country’s economy and tourism sector, and protection of professional ethics and solidarity.”

“In accordance with the Law No. 1618 travel agencies can be established upon the issue of an operation licence by the Ministry of Tourism and are obliged to become a member of TURSAB in order to be able to conduct travel agency bussiness, and offer services specified by the Law No.1618.”

The Regulation Pertaining to Travel Agencies prepared in accordance with the Law 1618 effective as of 04.09.1996 contains in further detail Exclusive Services of Travel Agencies as well as other services rendered by them.

The Regulation specifies the exclusive services of travel agencies in detail under the subheadings, Organizing Tours, Transfer, Reservation, Information, Organizing Congresses and Conferences, Renting Out Individual Vehicles for Tour Purposes, Selling Tickets for Transport Vehicles, Selling the Products of Travel Agencies.

They came from the USA to explore their capabilities and performance

• Group (C) agencies organise and sell domestic tours for Turkish citizens.

Group (B) and (C) agencies can also carry out the services which are entrusted to them by (A) group travel agencies.

As for the major activities of the travel agencies, Chairman Mehmet Akkuş noted the following points: Mehmet Akkuş, Chairman, South Marmara Regional Board of the Turkish Association of Travel Agents-TÜRSAB

In accordance with the Law No.1618, travel agencies are established upon the issue of an operation License by the Ministry of Tourism, and they are obliged to become members of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies.

Travel Agencies are divided into three groups according to the services they perform: • Group (A) Agencies offer and perform all services specified in Article 1 of the Law No.1618

“Turkish travel agencies offer wide range of products to satisfy demand of any segment of market; most travel agencies diversified their field of activity and products while some others are specialized in specific areas.”

“Turkish travel agencies gained valuable experiences through decades. Their dynamic enterprising nature, understanding of market have enabled them to establish successful bussiness relations producing fruitful results.”

“These efforts alltogether have given impetus to the rate of growth and played a major role in the achievements of the Turk-

Agents-TÜRSAB noted: “The accommodation industry at present, includes a range of facilities from the top quality, super modern deluxe category hotels and holiday complexes, boutique hotels to the affordable ones. Although city hotels, summer resort hotels and holiday complexes constitute the greater part of the accommodation industry, there are numerous ski, winter resort and spa hotels in various parts of the city. Most high standard hotels and holiday complexes have a variety of entertainment facilities.”

He further added, “Over the last two decades, Turkey has made considerable investments on infra and super structure. This also includes transport infrastructure such as improvement, modernisation of airports and air terminals as well as construction of new ones. In addition to the international airports in the main cities and resort destinations, Turkey has domestic flights to all major cities including Bursa and major tourist centres. The highways crisscrossing the entire country; regular comfortable bus services and coach tours make travelling in Turkey easy and enjoyable.

The transport infrastructure and the efficiency of services as well as advanced communication network system meet all the requirements of contemporary tourism.”

Arab tourists prefer İznik Municipality and TURSAB cooperate the 600-years old on upgrading tourism investments in İznik plane tree in Inkaya

Bursa is the home of outstanding natural beauty, which is complemented by its vast historical background. Bursa has a lot to brag about particularly as this province was the first Ottoman capital, and as such is endowed with an array of monuments, mosques, tombs, baths, etc. Preferred by Arab tourists, Inkaya is a village just a few miles away from Bursa on the way to Uludag . It is one of the oldest villages of Bursa founded by Ottomans. There is a giant plane tree in the village with almost 10-metre circumference trunk which make this place a touristic attraction. There are restaurants, gift shops, cafes around the tree and it is a popular place among local people as well. On sunny summer days, it is nice to go up to the Inkaya tree and have a cup of tea or eat grilled meat under the tree.

According to Erhan Doğan, Tourist Guide, real estate in Bursa is one of the first choice for Arab tourist and investors. Apart from being an industrial city, Bursa has a rich culture and tourism capacity that attract Arabs.

Many Arab businessmen are planning to make investments in housing and shopping mall projects. Almost thirty percent of tourists going on holiday at the Uludağ ski resort are Arabs. Bursa has been a profitable place for Arab investors for many years. Arab and Middle Eastern tourism has gained momentum. Both city and mountain hotels show full occupancy. Arab tourists could be seen at nearly all hotels. Arabs used to prefer to visit Uludağ and Bursa in summer months.

BURSA (İHA) - They came from the USA to explore their capabilities. Within the framework of ISEWORLD Project (International Student Exchange Program), a group of students came to Bursa from the USA. They took courses on Turkish folklore and Turkish folk music from Bursa Metropolitan Municipality Orchestra Directorate. The students also participated in Turkish language courses of TOMER (Turkish Teaching, Application and Research Center) American students displayed their performance in an event participated by Muhsin Özlükurt Deputy Mayor of Bursa Metropolitan Municipality Catherine Vandevote, Cultural

The officials of Iznik and TURSAB including Mehmet Akkuş, Chairman, South Marmara Regional Board of the Turkish Association of Travel Agents (TÜRSAB), agreed on organizing a series of meetings to increase tourism investments. Within this framework, promotional activities on İznik will be displayed at Izmir International Fair and TURSAB magazine will publish articles and news items on Iznik. Başaran Ulusoy, President of TURSAB said, “TURSAB would do ıts utmost best to promote İznik. İznik hosts a series of unique historic riches, inherited from the ancient times.”

After the meeting, Ali Hamza Pehlivan, District Governor of İznik (Nicea) and Osman Sargın, Mayor of İznik have presented traditional tile gifts of İznik to Başaran Ulusoy, President of TURSAB and Mehmet Akkuş,

İznik today is still mostly surrounded by ancient walls with four major gates roughly corresponding to the cardinal directions.

In clockwise order, they are (starting from north): Istanbul Gate (İstanbul Kapı), Lefke Gate (Lefke Kapı), Yenişehir Gate (Yenişehir Kapı), and Lake Gate (Göl Kapı), providing access to the lake shore, not a town.

All are roughly the same distance away from town square, which is the intersection of the two major streets of the town.

They noted,”Bursa with its rich history, natural beauties, living social and economic structure; experiences and maintains a specific urbanization model as a city where cultures meet. In addition to being a trading and industrial center Bursa is also a significant cultural center owing to its rich historical and cultural background.”

In line with ever growing demand, THY, Turkish Airlines, launched a series of new flights. Kuwait- Bursa-Kuwait flights are planned as 2 flights per week and Kuwait –Bursa (Yenişehir Airport) flights are launched as of July 17, 2015. (17 July -02 October)

Actually, the recent increase in Arab tourists in Turkey has brought along with it a peak of interest by tourism operators from the region. Some of the largest chain hotel operators spanning from Kuwait to Dubai are now out on the hunt for locations particularly in Bursa.

Chairman, South Marmara Regional Board of TÜRSAB.

The students and foreign officials visited historic riches of Bursa and they expressed their appreciation and admiration for the Turkish officials.

THY launches new Kuwait flights to Bursa

Bursa-Kuwait flights are launched as of July 18,2015. (18 July-03 October)

Ali Hamza Pehlivan, District Governor of İznik (Nicea) and Osman Sargın, Mayor of İznik have recently visited Başaran Ulusoy, President of TURSAB Association of Turkish Travel Agencies. They exchanged views on how to develop and upgrade tourism investments and facilities of Iznik.

Attache of USA Consulate, Dilhayat Barışçı, Cooordinator of the Youth Programs of USA Consulate, Sefa Ilgın, ISEWORLD Turkey Director.

Turkey’s increasing influence over the Middle East of late has also resulted in positively affecting the tourism sector. It is this increase in numbers of tourists from the Middle East that has brought along with it a peaked interest by tourism investors.

The transportation links to and from Bursa are excellent with the Bursa Yenisehir Airport just 20 minutes from the city centre plus numerous daily bus and ferry services between Bursa and Istanbul making it easy to commute if required.

In addition to THY’s flights from Kuwait, Atlasjet and Freebird Airlines launch (Kuwait- Bursa- Kuwait) flights. Ömer Vardargir of Mercan Turizm pointed out, “ We organ-

ized well planned tours, including remarkable historic riches of Bursa, for tourists coming from Kuwait.” He also added Kuwait had been ranked as one of the leading among the countries from which the most tourists visit Bursa. “There is no obstacle to transportation between Kuwait and Bursa, so we can expect more Kuwaiti guests now,” He said.

Turkey has recently become a popular destination for Arab tourists, and Bursa is one of their favorite spots in Turkey.

Figures from the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism show bookings from the Arab world, specifically Kuwait, have increased over the last decade.

Tourism sector representatives point out the important role of Arab tourists in the potential rise of tourism revenues. European tourists spend approximately 800 dollars a week in Turkey, although Arab tourists spend four times that amount, ranging on average between 3,000-3,500 dollars, the sector figures show.

Economic Newspaper

September October

Please mention “Made in Bursa” when writing to advertisers

2015

Sheraton Bursa Hotel

Whether on business or leisure, the Sheraton Bursa Hotel is the leading hotel address in Bursa. The Hotel offers 171 spacious guestrooms including 10 suites, an All Day Dining restaurant and a Specialty Restaurant offering international cuisine. Link@ Sheraton Café with its healthy options and our exclusive Club Lounge give you further options.

Pamper yourself at the Sheraton Shine Spa Bursa the ultimate wellness experience offering an indoor pool, Hammam and a wide variety of massages. Tone up at our Sheraton Fitness accessible 24/7. For your meetings and special activities the Sheraton Bursa Hotel offers 1,340 square meters of flexible meeting space. Sheraton Bursa Hotel is truly a gathering place for urban explorers. We look forward to have you with us.

Aloft Bursa Hotel

Artıç Hotel

Our Hotel has accepted serving tourism as essential, it has changed Turkish Hospitality to permanent feelings and it has placed in your hearts with these feelings since 1968.

In addition to being one of the oldest hotels of Bursa, our Hotel continues high quality customer satisfaction.

Our Hotel stands opposite of Ulu Mosque and next to historical Covered Market. Our Hotel, which was a mansion before 1968, has been changed to modern foundation after this year to serve tourism.

Our hotel has the capacity of 70 rooms.1 deluxe room, 3 corner rooms,8 connected rooms and 58 standard rooms.Our hotel has 135 beds capacity.

Atatürk Cad. Ulucami Karsısı No:95 16010 Osmangazi/Bursa P: +90 224 224 55 05 www.artichotel.com

Beceren Otel

Beceren Hotel, being the pioneer of the ski tourism of Turkey, is providing their guests the comfort they are looking for for the last 3 generations.

Discover Aloft Bursa, the new tWist in travel has arrived in town, in the heart of Nilüfer district.

Stay and play in a spacious loft-inspired room featuring ultra-comfy signature beds, oversized spa showers, tech savvy features like a 40” flat-screen TV and free WiFi available throughout the whole hotel.

It has been a great set for most of the Turkish films through out years and with its unique location, you will be just a step away from the ski lifts.

Mix and mingle over live music, signature cocktails and unmissable events at the W xyz Bar, a no-walls, no limits space Hungry?

Grab breakfast or some snacks in Re:fuel and relax at Re:mix or get moving in our Re:charge fitness center open 24/7.

Our tactic meeting spaces make it easy to give your meeting an easy breezy touch. You will feel at home with our friendly service delivered by our talents Odunluk Mahallesi Akpınar Cad · Bursa, 16110 · Turkey · P: +90 224 300 30 30 www.aloftbursa.com

Odunluk Mahallesi Akpınar Cad · Bursa, 16110 · Turkey P: +90 224 300 16 16 www.sheratonbursahotel.com

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Montania Hotel

MONTANIA SPECIAL CLASS HOTEL offers its guest-oriented service concept with unparalled quality by blending the comfort and services that it offers. You will feel yourself at home in company with the history, sea, in magical harmony of classic and modern with the excellence of the service provided.

MONTANIA combines modern and contemporary service concept of Today with its historical atmosphere thanks to the experience that it has.

MONTANIA is for epicure guests travelling for business and entertainment in search of the best during their accomodation.

MONTANIA SPECIAL CLASS HOTEL with its 32 rooms is a charachteristic beautiful option for the ones who would like have nostalgia for the past. İstasyon Cad. Mudanya/Bursa P: +90 224 544 60 00 www.montania.com.tr

In winter season, it offers full-board accommodation and in summer season, you can enjoy bed+breakfast options in Uludağ. In winter, you can enjoy ski, snowboard, snow mobile and in summer, you will have the chance to enjoy Uludağ mountain with trekking, climbing, mountain biking and all-terrain vehicles.

Uludağ is calling you.

1.Gelisim Bölgesi Uludag Bursa · Turkey P: +90 224 285 21 11 www.beceren.com.tr

Vip Apart Hotel

VIP APART HOTEL is located on Kükürtlü Street in the area of Green Bursa’s well know Thermal springs. It is composed of twenty five apartments of various sizes. Each of these apartments has been decorated and furnished in order to provide you with all the comforts of home. It serves as a home away from home. VIP APART HOTEL has luxury and comfortable bedrooms, bathrooms and living room designed for you comfort and enjoyment. Kitchens are fully equipped with ovens, refrigerators and automatic washing machines. Each unit has a telephone line for domestic and international calls. A cable TV is included in the room where electronic safes are installed. Breakfast room is provided when needed. The Hotel has excellent fire and security systems and a wireless network. In addition to the services and facilities listed above, VIP APART HOTEL provides parking spaces and living-rooms with air conditioning.

Kükürtlü Cad No:46/48 Osmangazi/BURSA P:+90 224 234 34 75 (pbx) www.vipaparthotel.com

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Interview: Talha Elitez - Enes Karadayı

County

September October

2015

“Smile you are in Nilüfer”

Nilüfer signifys historical background of Bursa Operating under the motto of “Smile you are in Nilüfer”, Nilüfer Municipality of Bursa puts emphasis on restoration works on the historic riches of Bursa such as Gölyazı, Tahtalı and Misi.

Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality Nilüfer Municipality conveys the historic heritage of the region to the future generations. We have recently interviewed Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality. We have also taken a selfie with him. The interview follows: As known, Nilüfer signifys the historical background of Bursa.What particular aspects do you want to emphasize as far as the historical significance of Nilüfer is concerned?

Nilüfer is a significant district of Bursa.

Besides, Nilüfer hosts variety of ancient civilizations. İznik is said to be the ancient district of the region. However, Nilüfer is historically older settlement area than İznik. Nilüfer is the oldest historic region of Bursa. From Nilüfer stream to Golyazı, the historic richess of the region is unbelivable. To cite an example, Misi has 2000 years of historic heritage, Golyazı dates back to 2300 years ago. So, Nilüfer is older than today’s central Bursa.

From this standpoint, Aktoprak region of Nilüfer assumes significance more than ever. As for the region, we can mention about the history of 8500 years.

There are some historic remains, such as mussle shells, to reflect that Marmara Sea reached this region in ancient times.

Whenever asked on the oldest history of Bursa, Nilüfer comes to mind.

What do you want to add for the history of Nilüfer?

Misi has a history before the rule of the Ottoman Empire. Ottomans came to Bursa in 1316, they constructed caravansaries here. Bursa was conquered in 1326. Before the Ottoman Empire, there was a living people here, almost 1300 years ago.

Nilüfer district hosting the first settlement in Bursa Region as per some researchers, bears the traces of both Byzantine and Ottoman and the older periods in history. In Nilüfer; Tepecik Tumulus, Gölyazı and Tahtalı villages in Alaaddinbey Neighborhood and Aktopraklık Tumulus and Gölyazı islands region in Akçalar district are rich in historical findings. There are ruins of churches, mosques, baths, fountains, monasteries and castles in these regions together with

Misi has 2000 years of historic heritage, Golyazı dates back to 2300 years ago.

So, Nilüfer is older than today’s central Bursa.

is in majority during the Ottoman period, Tahtalı is among the foundation villages of Çelebi Mehmet.

The settlement of Tahtalı Village where a constant dwelling exist from the 2nd Century BC till today, is partially within the ancient city walls. The Byzantine period walls are partially extant. The castle ruins and the length of the walls demonstrate that the ancient city was established on a quite wide area. According to the common rumours within Tahtalı which was settled on the hills of Uludağ and within the surrounding villages, the tunnel with an arched entrance within the castle body but now filled with soil, runs along the Kite (Ürünlü) Castle on the north.

historical remains and monument trees.

There are many historical structures scattered in different parts of Nilüfer.

Mosques, bridges and baths from Ottomans region and church ruins remained from various times. Some of them are: H. Ioannes Theologos Church in Çatalağıl village, Saint Helena Church in Özlüce Neighborhood, Demirci Mosque, Yaylacık Mosque, Mihraplı Bridge. Also Misi village and Gölyazı district are the richest ancient settlement areas in Nilüfer. The history of the district goes back to 6th century.

The Municipality of Nilüfer which is a member of the Union of Historical Towns since 2005, is carrying out many projects fort he purpose of conserve and maintain the historical and cultural heritage of the region. Nilüfer hosts a remarkable historic and cultural heritage.

Could you mention about the activities of the Municipality in order to upgrade the cultural tourism of Nilüfer?

It’s presumed that the oldest and the most important settlement before the establishment of Bursa, was around Tahtalı whereas the ruins of a castle and church verifies this claim. One of these is the castle ruins which is currently under private property. Around the village many pieces of Roman and Byzantine ruins are discovered. Being one of the settlements where the Greek population

works in the region, including Municipality building located in Central Gölyazı.

We upgraded the electricity infrastructure of the district.

We do not want an additional concrete buildings.

We allocated a special area for camps and caravans in Misi. This complex consists of WC, shower, restaurant and camping facilities. Gölyazı turned out to be an asset inherited from a histoy of 2300 years. Almost five months later, visitors could have their breakfast near stream as they wish.

The Municipality of Nilüfer who is a member of the Union of Historical Towns since 2005, is carrying out many projects for the purpose of conserve and maintain the historical and cultural heritage of the region. Professor Metin Sözen has undertaken pioneering works in this regard. Today, Misi is popular with the old houses remained stable with their authentic architecture. Therefore, most of the buildings in the area which has been proclaimed as Urban SIT area in 1989, have been constructed in the mid 18th Century and also it is presumed that there are some buildings dating from the 17th Century some historical buildings including the old school building have been renovated and re-functioned as community center, museum, science center, nursery and bookstore.

The face decontamination practices carried out in Alipaşa Street where Misi Mosque and other historical houses lo-

Gölyazı becomes more marked as a remarkable district of Nilüfer. The Municipality puts special emphasis on Gölyazı. What particular works do you undertake for Gölyazı? From the standpoint of tourism, how do you evaluate your activities?

Our restoration Works related to Misi are underway. We restored an old church in Özlüce as a cultural center. We also restored the house next to the church in Gölyazı, as Writers House. Writers, coming to Gölyazı, can stay and produce their own works here. We put emphasis on the infrastructure and restoration

cated, Nilüfer Street, Sultan Street, Maksem Street and Bardakçı Street, have been deemed suitable for the encouragement award of the Union of Historical Towns Apart from the restoration works of the historic riches of Bursa, what would you like to say about other activities of the Municipality?

Nilüfer is the newest residential area in Bursa the fourth biggest city in Turkey, and exposed to intensive migration as an ‘’industrial city’’ . Owing to being both housing estate and planned region it is the attraction centre of Bursa. Nilüfer, growing towards west and defined as ‘’the new face of Bursa’’ is such as to be a representative model to Turkey with its contemporary city identity and modern municipality services.

We started journey for producing ‘’the future of Bursa’’ on sound bases and made some arrangements to produce an exemplary city. We launched a reorganisation process in Nilüfer Municipality.

With this proud and determination we try to produce a “city in which people live with pleasure” and be a model not only to the Turkey and Europe but also to the world.

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International Kuzgun Acar Sculpture Symposium to be held in Bursa BURSA-Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality said that the Municipality organized 5th. International Kuzgun Acar Sculpture Symposium.

Yurtözveri, Hanife Yüksel (Turkey).

According to Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality, “The theme of the symposium is “Conscience”.

List of selected artists and works for the 5th.

International Kuzgun Acar Sculpture Symposium in Bursa includes: Marie Seborova (Czech Republic), Nando Alvarez (Spain), Ho-Young (South Korea), Lyudmyla Mysko (Ukraine), Nedim Hadziahmetovic (Serbia) Radoslav Sultov (Bulgaria) Ulises Jimenes Obregon (Costa Rica) Ayhan Yılmaz, Tolga

He added, “The Symposium was organized as an international event of art in 2015. The aim of the symposium is to make a contribution in forming the city’s open air sculpture museum and enriching the cultural identity by obtaining contemporary work of art of a certain quality to Nilüfer, Bursa.”

Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipal-

Nilüfer Municipality organizes and hosts Nilüfer Symposium, from Odyssey to Nilüfer” ity, pointed out, “It is aimed to promote the country and the city internationally furthermore to support the art and artists. Stone, metal and concrete are chosen as the materials. Maximum 2-3 m3 material is provided to those who will work with stone and concrete.”

Historic Wind Mill of Golyazı restored

by Nilüfer Municipality of the lake Uluabat. There are 7 islands in the lake.

The region is carrying the atmosphere and architectural features of from past to present.

Historic wind mill located in Golyazı was restored

by Nilüfer Municipality.

The restoration work was carried out technically by Orhan Sanaroğlu, a well known wind mill master and expert living in Samsun. As known, A windmill is a mill that converts the energy of wind into rotational energy by means of vanes called sails or blades. Centuries ago, windmills usually were used to mill grain, pump water, or both.

The one in Golyazı is one of them.

“In line with the completion of restoration works of Wind Mill, tourism potential of Golyazı would increase and diversify further,” said Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality, in a recent visit to Golyazı. He would make its presence felt in among the major places to go added, “ Golyazı, one of the attraction centers of Bursa, and see.”

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Gölyazı is also an ideal place for bird-watchers. In spring the most “Gölyazı would also serve as an conspicuous birds are the ideal place for tourism. Gölyazı storks who’re busily tidying offers diverse range of natural up the ramshackle nests that beauties for nature lovers.” perch on every telegraph pole while sparrows freeload in the Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of twigs beneath them. Elsewhere Nilüfer Municipality said that the trees will be alive with the Gölyazı, being a conservation area, would upgrade its poten- twittering of goldfinches, while swallows will be returning to tial as prominent historic and mud-built nests beneath the tourism destination. eaves. Later, pelicans will also Within the framework of a pro- arrive to join the cormorants tocol, Gölyazı district of Bursa and terns fishing in the lake. was declared as a conservation Rare pygmy cormorants also area. Gölyazı village is located nest here amid the beds of on two peninsulas at the north reeds and white water lilies.

BURSA- Nilüfer Municipality of Bursa hosts a symposium on Nilüfer district of Bursa, on 13-15 November 2015. The event aims at shedding light on the past, present and future of Nilüfer.

The major topics of the Symposium are: Historical Background of Nilüfer, Popular Culture of Nilüfer, Economy and Tourism of Nilüfer, Economic and Social Structure of Nilüfer, Urbanization Issues of Nilüfer.

According to the organizing committee of the Symposium, those who want to present papers at the Symposium, should apply to Nilüfer Municipality.

Nilüfer is surrounded by traces of history and the cultural and natural heritages that carry these traces, take the history of the region back to ancient ages, Historic richess of Nilüfer

has also been taken under protection by being registered

by Bursa Cultural and Natural Heritage Preservation Board (BKTVKK). Within this scope, Akçalar Aktopraklık Tumulus, Alaaddinbey Tepecik Tumulus, Gölyazı, Ürünlü where Kite Castle is located are proclaimed as archaeological SIT areas; the whole Gölyazı and Tahtalı Village as urban archaeological SIT areas; Gümüştepe (Misi) as urban SIT area. Balat forests, Fadıllı Village, Gölyazı Islands region, surroundings of Kayapa Pond, some parts of Odunluk and Ürünlü also taken under protection by being proclaimed as natural SIT area.

The Municipality of Nilüfer who is a member of the Union of Historical Towns since 2005, is carrying out many projects for the purpose of conserve and maintain the historical and cultural heritage of the region.

Deliklitaş Cave becomes a remarkable tourism destination

Nilüfer Municipality puts emphasis on restoration works related to the historic riches of Bursa Nilüfer Municipality of Bursa focuses on restoration projects as far as Bursa’s historic riches are concerned.

Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality said that,”One of the oldest settlements in Nilüfer is the Özlüce Quarter which is 11 kilometers far from Bursa.

Also being referred as ‘İnesi’ and ‘Eğnesil’, Another study in Nilüfer vicinity that is supported by the encouragement award of the Union of Historical Towns, has been applied in Özlüce Church.”

He added, “The building which was constructed in the 19th century as Greek Orthodox Church and transformed into a mosque after the population exchange in the first years of the Republic but has not been utilized since the construction of new Özlüce mosque, has been renovated in accordance with the project that is also approved by the Cultural and Natural Heritage Preservation Board.”

According to Mustafa Bozbey, “The renovation which was carried out by the Municipality has been completed by the participation of masters who worked in the church renovations in Bulgaria.

This historical building has been taken into service as a Cultural House with its new stylish appearance. One of the oldest settlements of Nilüfer is the Özlüce Quarter which is 11 kilometers far from Bursa.

Also being called as ‘İnesi’ and ‘Eğnesil’, Özlüce was a village where the Muslim and

a three naved basilical plan church facing towards east.

There is a narthex at the west side opening outwards with an arch. Internally cradle vaulted, externally double curved hipped roof covered.”

the Christian community live together during the Ottoman period. Özlüce had been a place where the immigrants who migrated from Greece through the Population Exchange Treaty after the War of Independence were settled. According to the 1907 (Islamic calendar 1325) dated Hüdavendigar City Yearbook, there were 88 registered dwelling houses.”

Mustafa Bozbey, pointed out, “ The most significant structure within the vicinity, is the Özlüce Church which is dated to the 19th Century and which is being known as the Hagia Sophia of Bursa for being used both as church and as mosque. The history of the Church and the person to whom the church was dedicated remains unknown. It is

“The walls were laid alternately with stone and brick, whereas the vault cover was made by plasterboard. The wooden stepladders on the corner goes up to the gallery storey. The floorings of the galleries on the west, north and south parts are wooden.

Through the parapet boards of which only the traces can be seen under the plasters and paint goes through the naos.

A profiled wipe surrounds the building internally and externally at the connection point of the wall and the cover.

The structure of the church is being dated to the 19th Century on the evaluation of its stylistic features, materials and construction technique.”

He further added,“The building which was transformed into a mosque after the population exchange when it was a Greek Orthodox Church, but which was not used anymore after the construction of the new mosque in 1992, has been renovated and transformed into a cultural house by the Municipality of Nilüfer.”

BURSA- Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality pointed out that Deliklitaş Cave, located in Üçpınar quarter of Nilüfer, would turn out to be a major tourism destination.

In a recent visit to Üçpınar, he said that Nilüfer Municipality would pave the way for brand new tourism centers.

“Within this framework, Deliklitaş Cave would become an attraction center for the tourists coming to Bursa. After completion of infrastructural and restoration works, the natural beauties of Üçpınar and Deliklitaş Cave would be more marked as a historic spot. Being a major asset for Nilüfer district, Deliklitaş Cave is expected to arouse interest of touristst more than ever” Mustafa Bozbey, Mayor of Nilüfer Municipality added.

Nilüfer district hosting the first settlement in Bursa Region bears the traces of both Byzantine and Ottoman and the older periods in history. There are lots of ruins and historical structures within the villages and neighborhoods bounded to Nilüfer.

Nilüfer Municipality aims to increase communication with its citizens with providing a modern municipality services benefited from technological developments and it started to give website service after initiating Nilüfer 7/24 communication

line. This site aims to advertise Nilüfer city all over Turkey and International level and includes history of Nilüfer and acknowledgements about Nilüfer.

Three central districts-Nilüfer, Osmangazi and Yıldırım- were established in Bursa after it had Metropolitan status in 1987.

Nilüfer, which was established on the western side of the city, was considered, as a mass construction area to meet the housing needs of Bursa. Nilüfer opened its arms to Bursa, which was developing through the west and considered as the “Bursa of the future” for this reason.

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Wellness

September October

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Surgical Operation for Diabetes in Bursa BURSA- General Surgeon Dr. Ersun Topal, has implemented a metabolic surgery for a patient suffering from diabetes.

Dr. Ersun Topal pointed out that, “A new experimental form of surgery, developed in Brazil, claims to offer a chance of a cure fortype 2 diabetes.

The procedure known as Ileal Transposition Surgery, or alternatively as ‘small intestinal switch’, was developed

by Brazilian surgeon Dr Aureo de Paula.”

General Surgeon Dr. Ersun Topal

He said, “The surgery involves removing a segment of the gut, from the bottom of the small intestine (ileum), and reattaching it towards the top of

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sedat Demir

BUSAT importance and role for perception of health tourism in Bursa

the ileum.

The science behind the surgery is that the end of the ileum is responsible for detecting food and releasing an important hormone, GLP-1, which has a beneficial effect on blood sugar levels.”

Dr. Ersun Topal added, “The surgery has had success enabling people, who had previously struggled with controlling blood glucoselevels, to come off diabetes medication.”

The surgery not only controls high blood pressure but also improves kidney function, cholesterol levels, reduces excess weight and reduces the need for medication. Patients can eat normally post-surgery.

Hallux valgus is more common in female subjects

After the period, which Turkey has been struggling with its own health problems and the health problems Turkey can not solve, health tourism has started to be spoken too in the country with health reform project comparing to the world measured height level about giving health service.

BUSAT (Bursa Health Tourism Association) was founded 4 years ago with efforts of some city volunteers in Bursa and the support of the governor with a thought that Turkey especially some of our cities can stand out in health tourism and they can be trademark cities worldwide.

Since its inception, the association began to work very actively and involved in the organization of the first international congress in Bursa in the second month of its establishment and held it successfully.

First, trying to develop the perception of a health tourism in Bursa as a target association, intensive visits, promotional activities and organized congresses, meetings, through workshops and panels on the one hand trying to generate the perception, on the other hand in Bursa in what may be the infrastructure of health tourism and

Orthopedist Özgür Oktay Nar, M.D., PhD, of MedicalPark Bursa Hospital

Orthopedist Özgür Oktay Nar, M.D., PhD, of MedicalPark Bursa Hospital responded our questions on bunion in great toe (hallux valgus) and its management. Full text of the interview follows:

* Wearing comfortable and soft shoes with wide front. * Using bunion pulley * Using Hallux valgus night splint

it was assessed that we can go to health tourism market with which services.

Intense effort has been taken to realize about health tourism in Bursa by working civilian administration, Chamber of Commerce and Industry, NGOs and other local initiatives. We gladly see that motion started about health tourism in Bursa and lots of health tourists come to Bursa since two years. It was assumed that health tourism was just utopia before. The number of patients reached 9000 in health tourism in the city in 2014. Bursa has reached to a structure, which deserves to be capital of health tourism with mountain and sea nature, history and cultural heritage and its natural thermal sources and it is advancing fast in this way.

In the next stage, BUSAT wants to be in collaboration with local administrations on the establishment of the infrastructure of the city by intensifying BUSAT’s activities at the level of local government for emergence of Bursa’s picture. We see that our local authorities have great desire and enthusiasm and it shows that perception of health tourism occurs and gives hope for Bursa’s future.

Bursa to be the center for Traditional Medical Applications

* Using orthopedic inshoes for patients with collapsed arch of the foot.

When should surgery be considered?

Surgical management is considered for aesthetic purpose or if pain is persisting and negatively influencing daily activities although all non-surgical methods are tried.

What kind of a surgery is carried out?

Surgical management will certainly vary according to grade of the disease and the localization, where bone deformity is seen.

Most commonly, we carry out operations on metatarsal bone in the segment close to great toe. For some patients, proximal segment of metatarsal bone can be operated.

Is postoperative pain severe?

Since block anesthesia is preoperatively applied to ankle, patients will survive painless and comfortable convalescence period for first one to two days, although those two days are characterized by most severe pain.

What is hallux valgus, a bunion in great toe?

Hallux valgus is a condition, which is characterized with bunion in great toe and manifested by pain and difficulty wearing shoes; the condition is more common in female subjects and above third and fourth decade of life.

First metatarsal bone shows deviation to second metatarsus in this condition. Tension and lengthening are observed in first metatarsal bone and soft tissues of toe. Weight bearing function of toe decreases in response to bunion and deformity in great toe.

What does lead to this disease? Do high heels play role in development of this disase?

Family history is significant in hallux valgus; this disease exists in family members of most patients. Tight and high-heeled shoes play role in some patients, while the condition can be seen in patients who wear comfortable shoes, such as sport shoes. Severe intoeing and pes planus may also lead to hallux valgus and other toe deformities. Hallux valgus is also seen in laxity of joints.

How long should patient stay in hospital?

If patient has no comorbidity, hospital stay is one day and some patients can be discharged to home even in same day.

Is physical examination sufficient to diagnose the disease? Are extra radiological studies, such as plain radiograph, MRI and ultrasound, required?

Although physical examination is utmost important, foot radiographs are scanned and grade is determined; type of operation is accordingly decided. Determining type of operation is very important in order to avoid recurrence of deformity.

Is management of hallux valgus surgical? Is there any non-surgical option?

Therapy option varies according to severity of the condition. Surgery is not the first-line treatment. Non-surgical treatment options are;

How long patient should not walk?

You may start walking on heel or by using custom-made shoes in early postoperative period.

Does hallux valgus recur?

Recurrence of hallux valgus deformity is very rare, if appropriate operation is selected and advanced surgical techniques are properly used.

BURSA (İHA) - Vice President of Turkish Public Hospitals Institution, Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı remarked that they value traditional medical applications; like thermal therapy, water complex, phytotherapy and acupuncture.

Dr. Kazancı added that Turkish Public Hospitals Institution is ready to support all the applications within the context of health tourism.

Office of Secretary General for Turkish Public Hospitals Institution held a meeting about health tourism in Bursa. Vice President of Turkish Public Hospitals Institution Dr. Elif Güler Kazancı, Turkish Public Hospitals Institution Health Tourism Coordinator Oğuzhan Kaya, Directors for Office of Secretary General and administrative departments of related hospitals attended the meeting.

While inpatients number in Ministry of Health subsidiary hospitals in Bursa within the scope of health tourism increases day by day; Dr. Kazancı said that Turkish Public Hospitals Institution cares for traditional

health applications. She added that they are working on projects to contribute health tourism in Bursa; “We care for traditional medical applications; especially thermal tourism, water complex, phytotherapy, acupuncture, etc. We are ready to do our part to make a contribution to Bursa within this scoop.”

Turkish Public Hospitals Institution Health Tourism Coordinator Oğuzhan Kaya informed the attendees about the health tourism treatments and accounting process. Oğuzhan Kaya, drawn attention for successful hotel management services and he underlined that foreign language speaking qualified hotel personnel has a big importance for success in health tourism.

He added that they targeted to increase the number of health tourist all around Turkey.

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Historical Thermal City of Bursa

Bursa is a member of European Historical Thermal Towns Association (EHTTA). The city will host the 2nd edition of EHTTA general meeting.

European thermal destination and encouraging the system at European level involving institutions with support of European programs.

To encourage, promote and develop the analytic research and statistics within the spa industry focusing primarily on the history and artistic heritage, cultural, legal and legislative aspects.

“European Historical Thermal Association” (EHTTA - European Historical Thermal Towns Association), was established by 6 countries in 2009.

Bursa city was approved as a member of European Historical Thermal Towns Association (EHTTA) at the meeting of Technical Committee of EHTTA which was gathered in a SPA city of Belgium on 15 March, 2013. At the end of this, the city has been a part of European Historical Thermal Destination, which was authorized by the Council of Europe. In 2015, Bursa city will host the 2nd edition of EHTTA General Meeting.

With its thermal resources branded city Bursa is the 4th biggest city of Turkey with 10.886 sq meters. The population of the city is nearly 2 million 800 thousand. With its 5000-year history hosting the Empires of Rome and Byzantine, Bursa also became capital city of the Ottoman Emperor. The first council in the history of Christian was met at Hagiasophia Church in Nicaea town.

Having a 1500-year historical thermal background, all of traces of the civilizations can be come across in Bursa. Thanks to Cumalıkızık with its Han and historical shopping areas as candidate for UNESCO World Heritage List, the thermal richness of Bursa has a powerful medical potential along with total of 43 hospitals. The history, culture, nature, art city Bursa includes all tourism richness. With its sea, Mountain Uludağ, mosques, churches and synagogues every region has a different features. Faith, history, sea, skiing, thermal, medical and 3rd age tourism’s all potential are available in the province of Bursa.

• Founder Members; France (Vichy), Italy (Acqui Terme), Britain (Bath), Spain (Ourense), Italy (Salsomaggiore Terme), Belgium (Spa).

• Partner members; Massive Central Thermal Towns Destination (France)

With its current historical thermal spa and facilities and geothermal drilling works which made in recent years, Bursa city has thermal water of 300 lt/ second. So, thermal capacities have the number of 7 thousand beds. Currently and new revealed thermal water potential, 14,000 bed capacities are aimed to reach in the near future in Bursa.

Thanks to EHTTA membership of Bursa’s thermal tourism brand has been registered. Renowned as “Green Bursa” with its seeable natural richness, green texture, nearly one thousand monument trees and remedied spas with its thermal waters, this historical city has attracted attention of lots of travelers and historians in the past, as well as today.

Mountain climbers from Bursa explore the Heaven Canyon of Yenişehir

Metin Sakarya, Chairman, Yenişehir Mountaineering Search and Rescue Association-YENDAK, pointed out, “YENDAK, has recently organized a climbing and search event directed to so called the Heaven Canyon of Yenişehir.

100 mountaineers participated in the searching activities related to the Canyon which is located between Günece and Yarhisar villages. The lenght of the Canyon is about six kilometers, we passed thorough Kocagol, Girdap and Yarhisar waterfalls and 3-5 meters depth of streams during our search and walk of seven hours of adventure along the Canyon.”

Metin Sakarya, Chairman of YANDEK said, “The Canyon with its rock terrain and natural beauty became the first choice for sports lovers. The mountainous sites of the area are ideal for sport enthusiasts who want to spend some entertaining time full of adrenaline.”

Yenişehir was founded in the south of Marmara Region, 55 km east of Bursa, on the plains bearing its very name. The county is connected by land route to Bursa, Istanbul, Inegöl, Iznik, Orhangazi and Gemlik. The land was given to the veterans during the period of Osman Gazi, in order for them to work their own land.

With time and various buildings that are constructed, a new town aroused and took the name Yenişehir. Yenişehir has a rich historical legacy of the Ottoman period.

The Şemaki House is a unique example of the Ottoman architecture that is open to visitors as a museum today.

The city was route for the historical Silk Road and renowned with its silk fabrics. The tiles of Nicaea, which are the town of Bursa, have been used in the works of civilizations. Featuring with its distinctive tastes İskender Kebab, Kemalpaşa Dessert, Chestnut Candy and peaches have a great fame.

European Historical Thermal Association (EHTTA) was established by 6 founder countries including France, the UK, Spain, Belgium in 2009. As a nonprofit association, international and borderless periodical association EHTTA’s principal objectives is to constitute a powerful network of partnership between cities and thermals by sharing experience of different countries and cities. Also making up a

• Effective members; Acqui Terme- Italy, Baden Baden - Germany, Bagneres de Luchon France, Bagnoles de I’Orne- France, Banyo- the UK, BudapestHungary, Cauterets- France, Châtel-Guyon- France, Daruvar- Croatia, Enghien les Bains France, Evian les Bains- France, Fiuggi-Italy, Karlovy Vary-Czech Republic, La Bourboule- France, Mont- DoreFrance, Montecatini Terme – Italy, Ourense-Spain, Royat-Chamalieres- France, Salsomaggiore TermeItaly, Spa- Belgium, Techirghiol- Romania, Vichy-France, Villes d’Eaux du Massif Central- France, Wiesbaden- Germany.

The first action of the European Historical Thermal Towns Association is to make up European Historical Thermal Cities Destination by the approval of the Council of Europe. European Historical Thermal Cities Destination is a way to re-pursuit of places where thermal culture is invigorated and developed. This route aims to recover quality of thermal waters and to get benefit wider and more effective by linking thermal cities’ cultural and historical heritages.

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History

September October

2015

The Muradiye Complex attracts interest of tourists as usual Bursa which has been the capital of many civilizations for centuries is the hub of many monuments and historic riches. The city’s skyline is comprised of historical landmarks varying from mosques, madrasas and baths.

Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire with a history dating back to centuries at the heart of the silk and spice trade and Turkey’s fourth largest city.

Being one of the prominent historic riches of the region The Muradiye Complex (Muradiye Külliyesi) or the Complex of Sultan Murad II, the Ottoman Sultan who ruled 1421-1451, is located in Bursa.

Muradiye Kulliyesi: It is within a huge park in Muradiye district. Kulliye, which was constructed by Sultan Murat II in between 1424 and 1426, composed of a mosque, charitable establishment, hamam and 12 tombs.

The mosque has an angular shape which was used widely during the primary period in Ottoman architecture. Its niches and balconies are from 18th century. Its entrance door is one of the most beautiful samples of wood work. There are 12 pieces of tombs within Muradiye Kulliye, which are constructed in the name of Murat II and his family.

Sultan Murat II was the last of the Ottoman sultans to reign in the original Ottoman capitol of Bursa, prior to the conquest of Constantinople in 1453. There are twelve tombs (türbe) in the complex, all belonging to relatives of this sultan. Construction of the complex began after the completion of the Yeşil Mosque, which is in the eastern area of Bursa. A large earthquake in 1855 damaged much of the Muradiye complex, and restorations have since been completed.

The large complex is composed of the Muradiye Mosque, Muradiye Madrasa, Muradiye Bath, Muradiye Hospice, a fountain, epitaphs, Sultan Murat II’s tomb, Şehzade Ahmed’s tomb, Cem Sultan’s tomb, Şehzade Mahmud’s tomb, Şehzade Mustafa’s tomb, Gülşah Sultan’s tomb, Ebe Hatun’s tomb, Hüna Hatun-Ak Tomb, Mukrime Hatun’s tomb, the Saraylilar tomb, Gülrah Sultan’s tomb and Sirin Hatun’s tomb.

The Mosque was the first project in the complex, completed in 1426. The mosque is built in a simplified inverse T plan with a domed portico in front, constructed of brick and with four major domes. Hexagonal tiles in turquoise and dark blue decorate the interior. There are two minarets,

September October

2015

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one that is old and one that is new due to collapse from the 19th century earthquake and was rebuilt in 1904. The madrasa is located to the west of the mosque. It is composed of a central courtyard surrounded by student rooms and a classroom to the back, covered by a dome. The exterior is brick and stone. While the madrasa itself does not have a construction inscription due to numerous restorations, the inscription on the mosque says the madrasa was also constructed in 1426 by Murat II. Dark blue and turquoise tiles decorate the interior, while brick decorates the exterior entrance.

Sources conflict on the date of construction for the tomb of Murat II, either before his death in 1427 or after in 1451 commissioned by his son Mehmed II in accordance with his will. The building is constructed

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of brick and stone, in a square plan topped with a dome that is left open at the top. A vaulted gallery surrounds the dome.

A large impressive wooden canopy over the entrance is carved in relief and embellished in star patterns. An annex contains four additional tombs, Alaaddin (whom the annex is named after, “ Tomb of Alaaddin”), Şehzade Ahmet, Orhan and Şehzade Hatun.

The remaining eleven tombs belong to the rest of the sultan’s family to the south of the mosque and the madrasa. They are decorated with polychrome glazed tiles mostly in blue, except for the tomb of Şehzade Mustafa which is decorated in painted Iznik tiles from the 16th century in the polychrome technique. In the 1950s the madrasa became a tuberculosis clinic and it now houses a medical centre.