Manisa, located in the Aegean region, is very rich in terms of places to visit. It is one of the cities that should be explored with its natural beauties, historical structures and unique traditions. There are many ancient cities and historical buildings in Manisa, whose first settlements date back to ancient times. It was one of the important cities of the region during the Lydian period. It lived its golden age in the Roman period and the region later came under the rule of Saruhanlıoğulları Principality. Places to visit in Manisa, where there are many historical buildings remaining from the Ottoman period, are generally located in the city center.
PLACES TO VISIT IN MANISA
AIGAI (AIOLIS) ANCIENT CITY
Aigai Ancient City is located within the borders of Yuntdagi Köseler Village of Manisa centre. The ancient city is approximately 50 km away from the city center and can be reached by private car. It is also known as Nemrut Kale by the people of Manisa. It is also mentioned in the works of Herodotus. Aigai Ancient City, which dates back to the 8th century BC, has become a ruin as a result of a natural disaster. A city was built on it and it has survived to the present day.
MANISA MUSEUM
Manisa Museum is located in the city center of Manisa. Manisa Museum, which is one of the destinations you can visit during your historical and cultural trips in Manisa, which has a very rich history, serves in the madrasa section of the Muradiye Mosque Complex. Artifacts and documents from the Lydian, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk Saruhanoğulları and Ottoman periods can also be examined in the museum where the artifacts unearthed during the archaeological excavations in the region are exhibited.
NEW HAN
Yeni Han is located in the city centre. There is no clear information about when Yani Han, which is one of the Ottoman Period buildings, was built. Apart from this, it is thought that the building was built in the 18th century by the people of the Manisa region. The inn, which is thought to have been built by Karaosmanoğulları was built as a two-storey for receiving balls.
MANİSA MURADİYE MOSQUE
Manisa Muradiye Mosque is located in Saruhanlı. It stands out among the Ottoman structures. During the Ottoman Empire, the architect of the building, which was built by Murat, is Mimar Sinan. Ivory and inlays on the door part of the building, where the effects of Ottoman architecture can be seen clearly, are among the details that make the building stands out.
MANISA CASTLE
Manisa Castle is within the borders of Turgutalp of Manisa city centre. It is not known exactly when and by whom the Manisa Castle, which is close to Spil Mountain, was built. However, in line with the archaeological studies carried out in the region, the castle was built by the Iznik Emperor III.Ionnis. Consisting of two separate parts, the inner and outer parts, the castle was built in a pentagonal plan.
ADALA CANYON
Adala Canyon, one of the natural beauties of Manisa, is 100 km away from the city center. It is located in the town of Adala, Salihli district. Adala Canyon, which is an area of Manisa surrounded by a peaceful atmosphere and natural beauties, is also used as a promenade. Adala canyon, where you can do activities such as nature walks, extreme sports, angling and nature photography, is of great interest to the people of the region, especially on weekends.
THE ANCIENT CITY OF SIDAS
The ancient City of Sidas is located in the Demirci district of the city of Manisa. The ancient city of Sidas, located within the boundaries of the village of Icikler in the district, is 165 km from the provincial center. The Ancient City of Sidas, also known as Saittai, was founded during the reign of the Lydians. A large part of the ancient city of Sidas has been submerged by the decaying years and the effects of natural disasters.
BINTEPE TUMULI
It is located in the village of Tekelioğlu in the Salihli district of Manisa. It is located 75 km from the city center. It was built during the Lydian period. The tombs of the Lydian King and the rich people of the city are located in the Bintepe Tumuli, which are also mentioned in the works of Heredotus.
GOKKOY
Gökköy, which is among the natural beauties of Manisa, is connected to Decihli district. Gökköy, a settlement surrounded by green trees, shows the richness of the vegetation of the region. Gökköy, which is flocked by the people of the region with the flowering of flowers in spring, also has many areas that can be used as a promenade area.
MANISA ULU MOSQUE AND MADRESS
Manisa Great Mosque and Madrasa is located in the city center. It stands out among the Ottoman structures that can be seen in Manisa. Its dome was built quite large brick and stone were used in the construction of the building, which draws attention with its architecture combined with the mosque wall. The madrasah of the building, which has a large courtyard, is also seen within the borders of the mosque. Manisa Great Mosque and Madrasa, one of the first works of Ottoman architecture, is still open to worship today.
CHURCH OF PHILADELPHIA SIENSEAN
Philadelphia Sieseam Church, which is considered very holy by the Christian world because it is one of the 7 churches mentioned in the Bible, was built in the 40th century AD. The church, which was partially destroyed, is one of the most important historical buildings of Manisa.
CRYING ROCK
Crying Rock, which is based on an event related to King Tantalos, Niobe and Goddess Leto in mythology, draws attention especially with its story. After Niobe’s children were killed, she closed herself to the outside world and cried constantly, Zeus did a favor to Niobe and turned her into a rock so that she would not suffer any more. For this reason, the building, which was named Crying Rock, is among the historical places that is a popular place in Manisa.
MANISA IVAZ PASHA MOSQUE
Manisa Ivaz Pasha Mosque, which was built by Ivaz Pasha in 1484, was built with three balconies. The uniqueness of the stonework used in the construction of the building is one of the details that bring the mosque to the fore. The tomb of Ivaz Pasha, located near the Manisa Ivaz Pasha Mosque, which is covered with tiles and geometric ornaments, is one of the historical structures that can be seen in the region. The new aspect of halal-friendly tourism is rising day by day.
