Green Tomb
Green Tomb
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This tomb, which is also the symbol of Bursa, is one of the most beautiful and unique samples of Ottoman tomb architecture. A lead dome perched on a high hoop covers the octagonal structure, which can be climbed via a marble stairway.
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Dirk W
Alexandra Headland, Australia10,147 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Adjacent to the Green Mosque, the mausoleum of Çelebi Mehmed is an octagonal building in vibrant blue/green. The entry iwan has sensational muqarnas, only exceeded by the ones of the mihrab inside.
Inside the sarcophagus of Mehmet is considered to be an architecture wonder of the Turkish period ; with its colorful (yellow, dark-blue, and white raised glazed) and intricately designed tiles it is unbelievably photogenic against the mihrab just next to it.
Mehmet is joined here by his family : 3 sons, 4 daughters and a wife.
It is a serene place where respect and silence are requested.
Inside the sarcophagus of Mehmet is considered to be an architecture wonder of the Turkish period ; with its colorful (yellow, dark-blue, and white raised glazed) and intricately designed tiles it is unbelievably photogenic against the mihrab just next to it.
Mehmet is joined here by his family : 3 sons, 4 daughters and a wife.
It is a serene place where respect and silence are requested.
Written November 28, 2023
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Maruf Subhani
Karachi, Pakistan3,748 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
In my bursa city tour we are going to green tomb. Very beautiful looking tomb and green mosque is next to the tomb. A lovely place to visit
Written December 17, 2020
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TubaKoseogluOkcu
Istanbul, Türkiye6,659 contributions
Built in 1421 by Ivaz Pasa in line with the request of Sultan Mehmet Çelebi, this historical artifact is decorated with marvelous Iznik tiles. It includes the tomb of Sultan Mehmet Çelebi himself and that of his 3 sons, 3 daugthers and his nanny. It has become the symbol of Bursa and is very very impressive both in terms of architecture and decoration.
Written April 7, 2010
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Cemal Istanbul
Istanbul, Türkiye140 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Tomb is famous with it s original tiles. It s a history from 600 years ago. Place is a must see site in Bursa.
Written January 27, 2020
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salam2013
Istanbul, Türkiye326 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
The mausoleum of the Sultan Mehmed I (5th Ottoman sultan), this tomb stands opposite to Yesil Camii (Green Mosque). The hexagonal shaped architect has the graves of Sultan Mehmed I and almost all his family members except his wife. The tiles out side are in green & blue colour. The tomb stands erect at a higher place than the surrounding area. The place around the tomb has a small museum and some cafes. The area around the tomb and mosque is very well kept clean & tidy. The belediye (local government body) has placed a electronic touch screen outside the tomb informing about the major attractions in and around Bursa. Its a must visit place while visiting Bursa.
Written July 19, 2014
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Olivia V
Philadelphia, PA52 contributions
Jul 2012 • Couples
We went there just before sunset (around 8:30 in July) and it was still open and quite empty. You skip the crowd if you go at that time and can better feel the serene and lonely atmosphere of the tomb. After visiting the tomb, go the the Green Mosque right across the street and watch the gorgeous sunset from the courtyard of the mosque.
Written July 13, 2012
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Tug O
London, UK131 contributions
Feb 2020
Another of the spiritual places to see when in Bursa. This city is full of places like this which tend to be grand architecture as well nice and easy to see around.
Written March 2, 2020
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Hafidz Alattas
Jakarta, Indonesia356 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Its a must when you are in Bursa to visit this tomb. Lots of people trying to get in without lining up during my visit and i remember there is the only one entrance and its small, so rather squeezed up little bit.
It's one of the most colorful tombs i have ever visited. Take some photos and go out coz you cannot go further nearer and the place is small.
It's one of the most colorful tombs i have ever visited. Take some photos and go out coz you cannot go further nearer and the place is small.
Written November 24, 2019
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fatima_moosa
Vereeniging, South Africa309 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
The green tomb of Yeşil Camii, was amazing. The architecture in tomb is something you have to experience whilst here. The whole compound with the mosque is amazing. Allow the Muathin (person who calls out prayer) to enchant you with the history of the mosque as well as the different calls to prayer. The tiles of the mosque are amazing and one can hardly believe that it was done such a long time ago.
Written July 9, 2019
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igroufa n
Barcelona, Spain86 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
I think That i will Never forget this color
It s à color That enters your soûl, believe me, this kind of Green gets better and better because it s old
It s thé Green of paradise.............. Thé color of paradise à perfection color
Free entry and you get à magical souvenir That will stay in your mind forever trust me
It s à color That enters your soûl, believe me, this kind of Green gets better and better because it s old
It s thé Green of paradise.............. Thé color of paradise à perfection color
Free entry and you get à magical souvenir That will stay in your mind forever trust me
Written April 16, 2018
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