Green Mosque and Green Tomb

The Green Mosque and Green Tomb are prominent landmarks in Bursa’s skyline. Built by Çelebi Sultan Mehmed in 1419–1421, the complex reflects the Ottoman state’s recovery after the Interregnum. Discover its tilework, carved marble and views across the city.

Featured Buildings and Attractions in the Green Complex

Green Tomb (Çelebi Sultan Mehmed Tomb)

It is the symbol of Bursa with its octagonal architecture and turquoise/green tiles, which can be seen from almost every part of the city. Inside the tomb are the sarcophagi of Çelebi Sultan Mehmed and his children. The tiles covering its exterior and interior represent the peak of the Early Ottoman period tile art.

Green Mosque (Hünkâr Mahfili and Tiles)

It is the most advanced example of inverted T-plan mosque architecture. It is an architectural masterpiece with its marble workmanship at the entrance, the fountain in the interior and especially the fascinating tile-covered Hünkâr Mahfili on the upper floor. It is one of the rare structures where tiles are used so intensively and skillfully in mosque architecture.

Green District and Historical İpekçi Streets

In the historical streets around the tomb and mosque, there are boutique shops selling traditional Bursa silk, ceramic souvenirs and handicraft products. You can have a pleasant shopping walk while feeling the historical texture.

Transportation from Hotel:

By Car: Approximately 12-15 minutes by car from our hotel
Public Transportation: You can reach it by getting off at the Yeşil stop by buses and minibuses departing from near our hotel and heading towards Heykel / Yıldırım.
Taxi (Recommended): Taxi is a very practical option for direct transportation from our hotel.

Accessibility:

Wheelchair & Baby Stroller: The complex’s garden and mosque courtyard are accessible. There are a few steps at the tomb entrance.

Parking:

There are car parking areas belonging to the municipality around the social complex and on the lower street.

Visiting Hours:

The mosque is open for worship and can be visited all day long. Green Tomb is open to visitors between 09:00 - 17:30.

Visit Duration:

1 – 1.5 hours (including the tomb, inside the mosque, tile shops and tea break).

Food & Beverage Facilities:

Local Delicacies: There are historical restaurants around the complex serving Bursa kebab, cantik and meatballs.
Tea Gardens with a View: There are places where you can drink tea/coffee with a view of Bursa on the observation deck right behind the tomb.

Please contact reception for travel details, visiting hours and further information.

Don't Leave Without Doing:

Examine the Marble Portal: Be sure to take a close look at the finely detailed marble carving art on the entrance gate (crown gate) of the Green Mosque.
Take Photos on the Observation Deck: Photograph the panoramic view of Bursa from the terrace area behind the Green Tomb.
Buy Bursa Silk: Check out genuine Bursa silk weavings and tile souvenirs from the shops around the complex.

Tips:

Best Photo Time: Morning hours or afternoon sunlight are the times that show the colour of the turquoise tiles of the Green Tomb most vividly.
Dress Code: Since you will be visiting mosques and tombs, it is recommended to wear clothes that comply with the rules of visiting places of worship.