Tekirdag

Tekirdağ

The province of Tekirdağ is located at the northern shores of the Marmara Sea and is a major port of commerce. The sandy beaches lie at the both side of the province. The joyful mixture of sunflowers and the vineyards covers the entire medium. The major architectural creation of the province is the Rüstem Paşa Mosque, which is a creation of Architect Sinan and was constructed by the Grand Vizier of Süleyman the Magnificent in 1554. An extensive collection is exhibited in the Archeology and Ethnography Museum. The Rakoczy Museum is the house in which the Hungarian Prince II. Rakoczy Ferench whom had fought for the freedom of his nation had lived his last years. The Namık Kemal Monument (1840 - 1888) adorns the birth place of the poet. The Şarköy and Mürefte holiday centers are famous with their delicious wines and they are located 60 km. west of the Tekirdağ province. This locality is covered with beautiful vineyards and also hosts an annual traditional wine festival. Mosques Eski (Old) Mosque The mosque is located at the city center in the Ertuğrul Quarter. The mosque was constructed in 1830 by the Minister of Agriculture Ahmet Ağa. Rüstem Paşa Mosque The mosque is located in the city center in the Ertuğrul Quarter on the Architect Sinan Avenue. The mosque was constructed in 1553 by Grand Vizier Damat Rüstem Paşa. The mosque is a creation of Architect Sinan. The mosque was restored in 1841 by Abdülmecit and a 5 pillar marble şadırvan (water tank with a fountain) had been constructed as an addition. The entrance gate is from ivory inlay work. The bathhouse and the theological school located to the east of the mosque lay in ruins. The library of the mosque had been restored in 1991. The 6 domed bedesten located to the west of the structure is still in use. Beaches and Promenade Areas Şarköy Şarköy is 86 kilometers away from the city center and is the summer place for the city. The Şarköy district is covered with Olive Trees and green vineyards and the grapes and the wines of the district is famous countrywide. Kumbağ Kumbağ is one of the major recreation and resting center of the province. There are numerous touristic installations, pensions and public beaches in the district. The recreation area located in the Forest area attracts both local and foreign tourists. Sports Activities Atatürk Forest The Forest Recreation Area is located among the Tekirdağ - İstanbul highway, 7 km. away from the city center. The area is the daily promenade area of the Tekirdağ province. Barbaros With its long beach lines and green vineyards, the district is the recreation and resting place of the province. Camping Tekirdağ Forest Camps