Edirne
Edirne was an Ottoman capital before Istanbul and still carries that imperial confidence. Mimar Sinan's Selimiye Mosque dominates the skyline, while the Meriç river, covered bazaars, liver and oil wrestling keep the city deeply local.
Edirne
Edirne was an Ottoman capital before Istanbul and still carries that imperial confidence. Mimar Sinan's Selimiye Mosque dominates the skyline, while the Meriç river, covered bazaars, liver and oil wrestling keep the city deeply local.
This guide covers all 81 provinces, the World Heritage sites, local food, transport, emergency numbers and the small details that make a trip easier. It is written for foreign visitors and built from public records, official indexes and original research.
Opening hours, prices and transport change. Confirm details with the official venue before you go.
Sources: Sources & credits
UNESCO sites and what they mean
Top attractions
Local flavours
Souvenirs and local products
Museums
Culture and living heritage
Culture Atlas
Legends, games, weddings, beliefs and everyday traditions recorded by the Türkiye Culture Portal.
6 records · Names and links come from the Türkiye Culture Portal. Check the official page for current details.
Where to stay
75 accommodation options listed by OpenStreetMap.
Accommodation listed by the Culture Portal, alongside OpenStreetMap options.: 26 records.
Districts and neighbourhoods
Practical information
Emergency
- Emergency · Ambulance112
- Police155
- Gendarmerie156
- Fire110
- Forest fire177
- Tourism hotline176
Health & safety
- Pharmacies166
- Hospitals19
- Police17
- Taxi29
Post office
PTT · 444 1 788
Verify before you travel
Travel tips
- Carry some cash for small villages, markets and taxis; cards work in most hotels and city restaurants.
- Check museum and archaeological-site opening days before travelling; some close one day a week.
- Book hot-air balloons, popular restaurants and summer ferries in advance, especially in high season.
Nearby provinces
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Coast Kırklareli
Kıyıköy · İğneada · Tümülüsler
Coast Tekirdağ
Uçmakdere · Orta Cami · Eski Cami
UNESCO Çanakkale
Parion · Gökçeada · Aynalı Çarşı
UNESCO İstanbul
Ağva · Balat · Büyükada
Place names and indexes are compiled from the Türkiye Culture Portal, UNESCO, OpenStreetMap and public tourism sources.