About Manisa - presentation, information, photos and recommendations
The main historical attractions of Manisa include the three mosques - the Sultan mosque of the 16th century, the Great mosque (1366) and the Muradiye mosque (1586) constructed by the famous architect Sinan. Adjacent to the Muradiye mosque stands the Murad Bey Medresse or theological college, which houses the archaeological museum of Manisa.
Sardis in Salhili is one of the most magnificent ancient cities of Manisa province. This capital city of Lydian kingdom is located at the starting point of the famous King`s road and was once ruled by king Croesus. Sardis was an important trade center and king Croesus was the first person in history to use silver and gold coins in exchange for goods. In Sardis there are the remains of the Temple of Artemis, a restored gymnasium and a splendid 3rd century synagogue with mosaics and carved colored stone panels. Sardis also was one of the seven churches of the Revelation of St. John.
Apart from these you can visit the Sindelli Village where there are the fossil footprints of mankind of 50-25th century B.C. and the ruins of the ancient city of Philadelphia, which is another of the seven churches. Houses at Kulu bear testimony of Ottoman architecture and must be visited. Also do not forget the ancient city of Magnesia Ad Sipylum, which accommodates the famous 12th century BCE rock carvings of Goddess Cybele.
Manisa is strewned with natural treasures, too. In the south of the city lies the Sipil Dagi National Park, which is the abode of the famous "crying rock" of Niobe. This area is richly forested and is endowed with springs and beautiful flowers, especially wild Tulips called Anemon. There are several thermal springs in area like Yunt Dagi, Gordes, Kula and Demirci.
The Sipil mountain national park area is a good spot for mountaineering and camping. For hiking and other mountain sports you can also go to Mt. Boz (ancient name- Mt. Tmolus) on the southern side of Sardis. In Manisa you can also go shopping for products like dry fruits, fine carpets and kilims.
Manisa | Manisa is a modern and attractive city in the Aegean region of Anatolia. It is the capital of the Manisa province and is tucked away in the peaceful valley of river Gediz, on the northern slope of Mount Manisa
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