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7 places to visit in the Süloğlu district of Edirne: Süloğlu Dam, Sultanlar Yolu (Sultans' Road) and Süloğlu Historic Fountains. Plan your trip to Süloğlu with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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Süloğlu is a district in the north-east of Edirne province, bordering Kırklareli province. It covers 342 km², has an average elevation of 151 metres above sea level and a population of 6,101. In the early years of the Republic, Süloğlu was a village attached to Edirne centre; it became a nahiye in 1934, a municipality in 1967 and a district in 1991.

Geography

The district has undulating terrain; its main heights are Tavşan Tepe, Fakir Tepe, Yatsı Tepe and Kamber Tepe. The climate is continental, and dryland farming is more common. The main crops are cereals, sunflowers and maize. The district’s main reservoirs are Süloğlu Dam, the Keramaettin Sülecik pond and the Geçkinli pond.

Tourism

Süloğlu Dam is a picnic site used in summer and contributes to the development of local tourism. Since 2009 Süloğlu has been on the historic Sultanlar Yolu, and it is favoured by walkers and trekkers.

History and Culture

Hacı Süle Çelebi had a mosque built here in 1559. Süleoğlu and its surroundings were devastated in the Ottoman–Russian war of 1828–1829. Süloğlu became a nahiye in 1934 and a municipality in 1967. The Balkan War was one of the most painful periods for the region; captivity ended in 1913.

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Places to Visit in Süloğlu

  • 3 Historic
  • 1 Religious
  • 2 Nature
  • 1 Cultural
Nature

Süloğlu Dam

A picnic site used in summer, it plays an important role in the development of local tourism.

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Cultural

Sultanlar Yolu (Sultans' Road)

The district, on the historic Sultanlar Yolu, is favoured by walkers and trekkers.

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Historic

Süloğlu Historic Fountains

Ottoman-era fountains located in the district centre and villages hold historical value for their stonework and inscriptions. Having served for centuries, they are examples of the region's water architecture.

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Nature

Thrace Oak Forests

The oak and beech forests around Süloğlu are among the areas where the natural vegetation of Thrace is protected. The forests offer colourful views when the leaves fall in autumn and are suitable for walking.

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Religious

Süloğlu Central Mosque

The mosque in the district centre reflects the mosque tradition of the Thrace region in its simple architectural style. The centre of the district's religious and social life, it stands out for its well-kept surroundings.

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Historic

Tatar Mausoleum

A monumental Tatar Mausoleum near the villages of Geçkinli and Küküler.

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Balkan Martyrs Monument

A monument in Geçkinli village, where the Balkan Wars were particularly intense.

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Places to Visit Around Edirne Province

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While you are in Süloğlu, you can also see the highlights of Edirne province. These places are in other districts; Süloğlu is about 40 km from the provincial centre.

  • Selimiye Mosque and Complex — Built by Mimar Sinan at the age of 80 for Selim II, begun in 1568 and opened for worship on 14 March 1575, the mosque is Sinan's 'masterpiece', with a dome more than 43 metres across and four 70.89-metre minarets with three balconies each.
  • Old Mosque (Eski Cami) — A nine-domed mosque begun by Süleyman Çelebi in 1403 and completed by Mehmed I in 1414; it is the first monumental building in Edirne to survive to the present day.
  • Üç Şerefeli Mosque — Built in the reign of Murad II, its plan with a courtyard and a broad dome is regarded as the forerunner of the classical Ottoman mosque.
  • Bayezid II Complex — A complex on the bank of the Tunca built by Mimar Hayreddin in 1484–1488, made up of a mosque, a darüşşifa (hospital), a medical madrasa, a soup kitchen and a hammam.
  • Edirne Health Museum — A museum in the darüşşifa (hospital) of the Bayezid II Complex that recreates the spaces where patients were treated with music, the sound of water and scents; it won the Council of Europe's European Museum Award in 2004.
  • Kırkpınar Wrestling Arena (Sarayiçi) — The wrestling arena at Sarayiçi where the Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival has been held since 1924. The winner of the three-day tournament, held every year in late June or early July, receives the title of 'başpehlivan' (chief wrestler).

Practical Information for Visiting Süloğlu

Suggested time
Half a day
Best time to visit
Spring and summer
Places to visit
7 places

What to Eat in Süloğlu

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  • Trakya Kavurması (slow-cooked lamb)

    Lamb meat slowly fried in its own fat. Kavurma, the traditional winter dish, is made in Süloğlu's villages, especially during the winter preparations.

  • Trakya Böreği (Thracian börek)

    A börek made with hand-rolled pastry, filled with white cheese or spinach. Prepared in Süloğlu's village homes in the traditional way, cooked on a griddle or in an oven.

  • Ayçiçeği Helvası (sunflower seed halva)

    A halva prepared from sunflower seeds, widely grown in the region; it is a sweet specific to Thrace. Served with tea, this traditionally made halva is a symbol of hospitality and is prepared by locals on special days.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Süloğlu

  • Balkan Migrant Culture

    Migrants who settled in the region after the Balkan Wars shaped Süloğlu's cultural character. The diversity of cuisine and traditions of the various Balkan communities is kept alive in the district.

  • Rural Thracian Life

    Traditional rural life based on farming and livestock continues in Süloğlu. Harvest seasons and seasonal events are important parts of social life.

Local Products

  • Sunflower — Sunflowers grown on Süloğlu's broad plains are the district's main agricultural product. They are used as raw material by the oil industry.
  • Wheat — Wheat grown on the fertile lands of the Thrace plain is one of Süloğlu's important crops. Quality wheat is produced for the flour industry.

Economy

Süloğlu's economy is based on farming and livestock. Sunflowers, wheat and barley are the main crops. Small and large livestock farming are important sources of livelihood. Süloğlu Dam provides a water source for agricultural irrigation.

How to Get to Süloğlu

Süloğlu is 40 km from Edirne city centre. It is reached by road via Edirne. Minibus services run from Edirne.

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Süloğlu: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the places to see in Süloğlu?

The 7 highlights of Süloğlu are: Süloğlu Dam, Sultanlar Yolu, Süloğlu Historic Fountains, Thrace Oak Forests, Süloğlu Central Mosque, Tatar Mausoleum and Balkan Martyrs Monument.

What to eat in Süloğlu?

Trakya Kavurması, Trakya Böreği and Ayçiçeği Helvası are the standout dishes on Süloğlu's tables.

What is Süloğlu famous for?

Süloğlu is known for sunflowers and its Balkan migrant culture. Sunflowers grown on Süloğlu's broad plains are the district's main agricultural product. They are used as raw material by the oil industry.

How do I get to Süloğlu?

Süloğlu is 40 km from Edirne city centre. It is reached by road via Edirne. Minibus services run from Edirne.

How much time should I set aside for a trip to Süloğlu?

Suggested trip length: half a day. Best time to visit: spring and summer.

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