Orhan Gazi district in the Turkish city of Bursa - Detailed information

Information and Figures about Orhangazi District in Bursa City

Orhangazi district (Orahangazi), named after the Ottoman Sultan Orhan Gazi, is located south of the Sea of Marmara on the slopes of Uludag Mountain. It stretches over a fertile plateau to the west of Lake Iznik, and is surrounded by Yalova City to the north, Gemlik to the west, Yenişehir to the south, and Iznik to the east. The district is also bordered by the Samanli Mountains from the north and the Katırlı Mountains from the south, and rises about 125 meters above sea level. The area, which is a major junction on the Istanbul-Bursa road, is about 45 kilometers (approximately 30 minutes) from the center of Bursa City. The district, consisting of 31 neighborhoods, has a population of about 76,000 according to the 2015 census. It enjoys the Marmara Sea region climate, being mild in summer and cold in winter.

History of Orhangazi District in Bursa

The history of the district dates back to before the Common Era. It was under the rule of the Romans, Byzantines, and Seljuks successively until Sultan Orhan Gazi conquered the region and brought it under Ottoman rule. Sultan Orhan donated the district to the Mawlana Alaeddin School in the Iznik area, where it became an endowment for that school. The district became a sub-district (qadaa) in 1893 under the name Bazar Koy, and since then it has witnessed rapid growth. It was named Orhangazi in 1913. The district was occupied by the Greeks in 1918 and was liberated in 1922. Today, it is one of the important districts in Bursa and in the country.

Thanks to its location, the district enjoys easy access to all the historical and natural tourist areas in Bursa. It also features numerous tourist sites, as it hosts the largest part of Lake Iznik, one of the most important tourist areas in Bursa. In addition to being one of the most beautiful natural areas in the city, it offers many water sports and activities that attract many local and foreign tourists. The district's location between the Samanli and Katırlı mountains makes it a meeting point for these mountains, making it ideal for mountain climbing and hiking tourism. It is also famous for paragliding, which has developed significantly in recent years after the discovery of Mount Korla. The district offers advanced services in these sports, attracting many local and foreign tourists.

Tourist and Historical Sites in Orhangazi District, Bursa

The district is well known for cultural and historical tourism, as it is home to many different historical monuments and landmarks, some dating back to the Ottoman era and others to earlier periods. Among the most important historical landmarks is the "Orhan Gazi Mosque," built by Sultan Orhan Gazi, as well as the "Historic Bridge," "Karsak Dere Si," the historical ruins in "Korla Village," and the "old historic houses." All these sites contribute to attracting thousands of local and foreign tourists to the district. There are also many thermal springs in the area, giving the district importance in medical tourism. The municipality plans to invest in these springs by establishing tourist centers and stations to help develop medical tourism in the city. The municipality also undertakes many projects to restore old historical monuments and landmarks to benefit the tourism sector, and is working to increase green spaces in the district by creating public parks.

Real Estate in Orhangazi District, Bursa

In recent years, the district has witnessed remarkable development in the real estate sector, with many modern real estate projects emerging, especially after the start of the construction of the Osman Gazi Bridge (Gulf Crossing Bridge) and the Istanbul - Izmir highway, which is expected to open soon. The area along this road, which greatly benefits from the mentioned bridge, has seen a significant increase in real estate values. Many well-established real estate development companies are turning to the district, evaluating many large real estate projects. The district is also attracting the attention of foreign investors, especially Gulf investors whose interest increased with the launch of the Gulf Crossing Bridge project, and they have started looking for apartments for sale in Bursa, particularly in the Orhan area.

Edited by: Imtilak Real Estate©