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13 places to visit in the Bozüyük district of Bilecik: Bozüyük Castle, Kasımpaşa Mosque and Bozüyük Tile and Ceramics Museum. Plan your trip to Bozüyük with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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Bozüyük is a district of Bilecik province and one of the rare districts that is economically larger than some provinces in Türkiye. It became a district in 1926.

Yeryüzü Şekilleri

The highest elevations are mostly in the west and southwest of the district. In the west, on Yirce Mountain, the height of Üçtepeler is 1,790 metres.

İklim

Bozüyük has very cold, rainy winters and hot, dry summers.

Tarihçe

From around the 1200s BC, after the Hittite period, the Phrygians, who came from the Balkans, appear to have dominated the region. A charter (menşur) granted to Osman Bey in 1289 states that Bozüyük came under Ottoman rule.

Tarihçe ve Kültür

During the Ottoman period, Bozüyük was a main passage route and lodging point for armies. It lies in the area where the İnönü Battles, one of the turning points of the War of Independence, took place. The Bozüyük City Museum opened on 29 March 2017. For many years Bozüyük was a kariye (village-level settlement) within the Sultanönü sanjak.

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Places to Visit in Bozüyük

  • 3 Historic
  • 3 Religious
  • 1 Museum
  • 4 Nature
  • 1 Attraction
  • 1 Cultural

Historic Sites 3

Historic

Bozüyük Castle

Built on the hill in the city centre, Bozüyük Castle was constructed in the Byzantine period and used in the Ottoman period. Its wall remains and towers can still be seen.

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İnönü Martyrs' Cemetery

A cemetery on a hill between Bozüyük and Akpınar village.

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Metristepe Monument

A monument built as a victory monument for the İnönü Battles. Construction began in 1973.

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Religious Buildings 3

Religious

Kasımpaşa Mosque

Built in the 16th century by the Ottoman Grand Vizier Kasımpaşa, this mosque is the most important example of classical Ottoman architecture in Bozüyük. Its single-dome structure and stonework stand out.

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Religious

Kumral Abdal (Dede) Tomb

The tomb on the Kovalıca road, also known as the Yediler Lodge (tekke).

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Religious

Kasımpaşa Mosque and Complex

A mosque and complex built between 1525–1528.

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Museums 1

Museum

Bozüyük City Museum and Archive

Housed in the historic Colonel İbrahim Çolak Pavilion building, the city museum and archive.

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Natural Wonders 4

Nature

Dodurga Hot Springs

Located in Dodurga village, 15 km from Bozüyük, these springs are known for their healing thermal waters. The waters, said to be good for rheumatism and skin conditions, are 40–45 °C.

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Küçükelmalı Nature Park - Bozüyük Photo: Guraysamber (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Source
Nature

Küçükelmalı Nature Park

Within the boundaries of Bozüyük, Küçükelmalı Nature Park, with its pond, walking trails and picnic areas, is a destination for nature lovers. Surrounded by pine and oak forests, the park can be visited in all four seasons.

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Türbin Picnic Area

A recreation and picnic area 7 km from Bozüyük.

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Çiçekli Plateau

The highest plateau in Bozüyük, at 1,906 metres.

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Attractions 1

Attraction

Bozüyük Tile and Ceramics Museum

This museum presents Bozüyük's century-old tradition of tile and ceramics production, displaying ceramic works made from the Ottoman period to the present. Historic products of Eczacıbaşı and other factories are part of the collection.

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Cultural Venues 1

Cultural

Atatürk Pavilion

A pavilion of civil architecture set in the forest at the Gülalan locality.

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Places to Visit Around Bilecik Province

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While you are in Bozüyük, you can also see the highlights of Bilecik province. These places are in other districts; Bozüyük is about 50 km from the provincial centre.

  • Ertuğrul Gazi Tomb — The tomb of Ertuğrul Gazi (d. 1281), the father of Osman Gazi, in Söğüt; Osman Gazi had it built as an open grave, and Çelebi Mehmed turned it into a tomb.
  • Şeyh Edebali Tomb — The tomb in Bilecik where Şeyh Edebali, father-in-law and teacher of Osman Gazi, and his daughter Rabia Bala Hatun are buried; it was built by Orhan Gazi as a tomb and zawiya.
  • Orhan Gazi Mosque (Bilecik) — An early Ottoman mosque attributed to Orhan Gazi, standing on the site of the masjid that Osman Gazi had built after taking Bilecik; together with the Şeyh Edebali Tomb it is one of the oldest Ottoman buildings in the city.
  • Köprülü Mehmed Paşa Caravanserai — A caravanserai measuring 101.5 × 27.2 metres in the town of Vezirhan on the Bilecik–Adapazarı road, a foundation of Köprülü Mehmed Paşa thought to have been built in 1655 or 1665; it was turned into a 36-room hotel in a restoration carried out in 2007–2010.
  • Söğüt Çelebi Mehmet Mosque — A historic mosque in the centre of the Söğüt district, attributed to Çelebi Mehmet.
  • Ertuğrul Gazi Museum (Söğüt) — A museum in Söğüt devoted to the founding period and the ethnography of the area.

Practical Information for Visiting Bozüyük

Suggested time
1 day
Best time to visit
Spring and autumn
Places to visit
13 places

What to Eat in Bozüyük

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  • Bozüyük Mercimekli Mantısı (Bozüyük lentil dumplings)

    Bozüyük Mercimekli Mantısı was registered as a protected geographical indication on 27 July 2020 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 511). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Bilecik Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

  • Bozüyük Mantısı (Bozüyük dumplings)

    Small pieces of dough are rolled out, filled with minced meat and cooked, then served with garlic yoghurt and sizzled butter. One of the region's most loved home dishes.

  • Keşkek (wheat and meat dish)

    Made by cooking and pounding wheat and lamb meat for hours, keşkek is the traditional dish at weddings and holiday feasts in Bozüyük.

  • Çiğ Börek (minced meat pastry)

    Thin dough is rolled out, filled with raw minced meat and fried in oil. It is a flavour especially favoured on Bozüyük's Ramadan tables.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Bozüyük

  • Ceramics and Tile Tradition

    Ceramic production in Bozüyük reached an industrial scale from the early 20th century. The VitrA (Eczacıbaşı) factory was founded here in 1942, making Bozüyük the ceramics capital of Türkiye.

  • War of Independence Heritage

    During the War of Independence, Bozüyük was of strategic importance because of its proximity to the İnönü battlefields. The district resisted the Greek occupation and was rebuilt after the war.

Local Products

  • Bozüyük Ceramics — Bozüyük is one of Türkiye's most important ceramic and tile production centres. The establishment of the Eczacıbaşı (VitrA) factory here strengthened its industrial tradition.
  • Marble — Natural stone quarried from marble quarries around Bozüyük is used in the construction sector. The region is rich in marble varieties.

Economy

Bozüyük is the largest and most industrialised district of Bilecik. Ceramics, tile and marble industries form the basis of the district's economy. The VitrA (Eczacıbaşı) ceramics factory is the city's largest employer. Various production facilities operate in the organised industrial zone. Agriculture centres on cereals and sugar beet.

How to Get to Bozüyük

Bozüyük is 50 km from Bilecik city centre and 40 km from Eskişehir. It lies on the Ankara–Istanbul highway. A high-speed train connection is accessible via Eskişehir. Intercity bus services run regularly.

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Bozüyük: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the places to see in Bozüyük?

The 13 main sights in Bozüyük are: Bozüyük Castle, Kasımpaşa Mosque, Bozüyük Tile and Ceramics Museum, Dodurga Hot Springs, Küçükelmalı Nature Park, Bozüyük City Museum and Archive, Atatürk Pavilion, Türbin Picnic Area, Çiçekli Plateau, Kumral Abdal (Dede) Tomb, Kasımpaşa Mosque and Complex, İnönü Martyrs' Cemetery and Metristepe Monument.

What is there to eat in Bozüyük?

Bozüyük Mercimekli Mantısı, Bozüyük Mantısı, Keşkek and Çiğ Börek are the standout flavours at Bozüyük's tables.

What is Bozüyük famous for?

Bozüyük is known for Bozüyük Ceramics and its ceramics and tile tradition. It is one of Türkiye's most important ceramic and tile production centres, and the Eczacıbaşı (VitrA) factory strengthened its industrial tradition.

How do I get to Bozüyük?

Bozüyük is 50 km from Bilecik city centre and 40 km from Eskişehir. It lies on the Ankara–Istanbul highway. A high-speed train connection is accessible via Eskişehir. Intercity bus services run regularly.

How much time should I set aside for a visit to Bozüyük?

Recommended visit length: 1 day. Best time to visit: spring and autumn.

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