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4 places to visit in the Beylikova district of Eskişehir: Beylikova Plateaus, Beylikova Ulu Mosque and Sakarya River Banks. Plan your trip to Beylikova with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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Beylikova is a district of Eskişehir province, bordered by the districts of Alpu and Mihalıççık to the north and Mahmudiye and Sivrihisar to the south. It lies east of the provincial centre. The district covers 715 km², and the town centre sits at an average altitude of 769 metres above sea level.

Geography

The district, through which the Porsuk Stream flows, has a continental climate. Rainfall is very low, at around 260–300 mm a year.

History

The land of the district, formerly known as Beylikahır, is believed to have been used for horse breeding since the time of the Seljuk dynasty. The town centre was founded in 1890 by Pomaks who came from the Bulgarian town of Byala Slatina. The Beylikahır subdistrict, attached to the district of Mihalıççık, became a district under the name Beylikova in 1987.

Economy and Products

The main economic activities are farming and livestock rearing. Beylikova is famous for its milk.

Culture and Tourism

A market is held in the town centre on Fridays.

History and Culture

Every year in June and July, a Milk Festival is held in the district. In antiquity the district was under Phrygian and Roman rule, and during the Seljuk period it was known as Beylikahır because it was a centre of horse breeding. The name was changed to Beylikova in 1985. Beylikova became a subdistrict centre on 1 May 1930, and became a district on 19 June 1987. It is believed that the land has been used for horse breeding since the time of the Seljuk dynasty.

Highlights

Beylikova district is bordered by Mihalıççık to the east and north, Sivrihisar and Mahmudiye to the south, and Alpu to the west. Beylikahır was founded in 1305 by Ali Ağa, Topçu Süleyman and Hail Ağa.

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Places to Visit in Beylikova

  • 1 Religious
  • 2 Nature
  • 1 Other
Nature

Beylikova Plateaus

The highland plateaus in the upper part of the district offer a cool summer climate and wide pastures, making them suitable for nature tourism and picnics.

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Religious

Beylikova Ulu Mosque

The Grand Mosque in the town centre was built in the Ottoman period and is notable for its traditional stone architecture. Packed on Friday prayers, it is the centre of the district's social and religious life.

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Nature

Sakarya River Banks

The section of the Sakarya River that flows through Beylikova is a good place for walks along the bank and birdwatching.

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Other

Beylikova Dam

A dam built on the Porsuk Stream for irrigation between 1996 and 2002. The source only lists Beylikova under the category "Structures in Beylikova".

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Places to Visit Around Eskişehir Province

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

  • Odunpazarı Houses — The historic quarter on the hills where the city first grew up; with its winding streets and colourful timber houses with bay windows, it preserves the Ottoman urban fabric and has been on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List since 2012. Many of the houses are now museums, workshops or cafés.
  • Odunpazarı Modern Museum (OMM) — A contemporary art museum designed by the Japanese architect Kengo Kuma with stacked timber beams, inspired by Odunpazarı's past as a wood market; it opened on 7 September 2019 with the collection of Erol Tabanca, an architect and collector from Eskişehir.
  • Kurşunlu Complex — A complex of mosque, soup kitchen, caravanserai and madrasa built by Çoban Mustafa Paşa in 1525; its caravanserai is counted among the works of Mimar Sinan.
  • Porsuk River Banks — The banks of the Porsuk River, which divides the city centre in two, have been landscaped with bridges, walking paths and cafés; gondola and boat tours run on the river.
  • Midas Monument and Midas City (Yazılıkaya) — A 17-metre Phrygian cult façade carved into the rock around 600 BC in the Yazılıkaya neighbourhood of the Han district; the name Midas appears in the Phrygian inscriptions.
  • Pessinus (Ballıhisar) — A Phrygian and Roman city in the village of Ballıhisar, south of Sivrihisar, and the most important place of worship of the mother goddess Cybele.

Practical Information for Visiting Beylikova

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

What to Eat in Beylikova

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  • Çibörek

    Çibörek, a classic dish of the Eskişehir region, is made by wrapping a minced meat filling in thin dough and frying it in hot oil. Prepared by local people on special occasions, it is a symbol of hospitality.

  • Balaban Kebabı

    Balaban kebabı, a dish specific to Eskişehir, is made by pouring döner meat, buttery tomato sauce and yoghurt over pide bread. Prepared by local people on special occasions, it is a symbol of hospitality.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Beylikova

  • Farming and Livestock Tradition

    Beylikova is a traditional Anatolian district where farming and livestock rearing have continued for centuries.

Local Products

  • Beylikova Honey — Flower honey collected from the district's farmland, a natural and aromatic variety of honey.

Economy

Beylikova's economy is based on farming and livestock. Wheat, barley and sugar beet are the main crops.

How to Get to Beylikova

Beylikova is about 50 km from Eskişehir city centre. It is reached by road via Eskişehir.

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Beylikova: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the things to see in Beylikova?

The 4 highlights of Beylikova are: Beylikova Plateaus, Beylikova Ulu Mosque, Sakarya River Banks and Beylikova Dam.

What to eat in Beylikova?

Çibörek and Balaban Kebabı are the standout dishes on Beylikova's tables.

What is Beylikova famous for?

Beylikova is known for Beylikova Honey and its Farming and Livestock Tradition. Flower honey collected from the district's farmland is a natural and aromatic variety of honey.

How do I get to Beylikova?

Beylikova is about 50 km from Eskişehir city centre. It is reached by road via Eskişehir.

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

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

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