Edirne,Turkey

• Selimiye Mosque and Complex (Mimar Sinan's masterpiece)
• Old Mosque (Eski Camii) and Üç Şerefeli Mosque
• Beyazid II Health Museum (Darüşşifa) and Külliye
• Edirne Palace site (Saray-ı Cedid) and Archaeological remnants
• Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling field and museum
• Meriç and Tunca Rivers with historic stone bridges (e.g., Meriç/Tunca bridges)
• Karaağaç district and historical railway station
• Edirne Archaeology and Ethnography Museum and Bedesten (covered bazaar)

• Outstanding Ottoman architecture — especially the Selimiye Mosque with its large central dome and slender minarets designed by Mimar Sinan.
• Picturesque river landscapes and stone Ottoman bridges that are photogenic at sunrise/sunset.
• Living traditional culture such as the annual Kırkpınar oil-wrestling festival and the Kakava Romani spring festival.
• Historic medical complex (Bayezid II Darüşşifa) showcasing early Ottoman medical practice and herbal gardens.
• Proximity to important birdwatching and wetland habitats in the Meriç floodplain and regional reserves.

• Visit and photograph Selimiye Mosque; climb viewpoints nearby for skyline views.
• Explore Ottoman külliyes, bazaars and the Beyazid II Health Museum.
• Attend or observe Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling (seasonal) and local festivals.
• Walk along the Meriç and Tunca rivers and cross historic bridges.
• Taste local cuisine (especially Edirne tava ciğeri — pan-fried liver).
• Day trips for birdwatching in nearby wetlands and countryside.
• Browse handicrafts, buy local sweets (badem ezmesi) and market goods in the Bedesten.

• Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival (annual; usually late June–July) — one of the world’s oldest sporting festivals.
• Kakava / Hıdırellez Spring Festival (early May) — a vibrant Romani celebration with music, bonfires and rituals.
• Local cultural events and concerts near Selimiye during summer months.

Spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) for pleasant temperatures, blooming landscapes and many festivals. Visit in late June–July if you want to experience Kırkpınar, but expect higher temperatures and crowds.

Continental climate: hot, dry summers (often 30–35°C / 86–95°F) and cold winters (near or below 0°C / 32°F with possible snow). Spring and autumn are mild and comfortable.

Edirne is well connected by road and intercity buses to Istanbul (~2.5–3 hours by bus), İzmir and other Turkish cities. The nearest major international airports are in Istanbul (Istanbul Airport — IST, and Sabiha Gökçen — SAW), with regular bus or car transfers. Regional trains and buses serve Edirne; the city sits near the E80 highway and close to the Greek and Bulgarian borders (convenient for cross-border day trips). Within the city, many attractions are walkable in the historic center; taxis and local buses serve outlying sites.

1–2 full days for the main sights (Selimiye, museums, bazaars and rivers); 3–4 days if you plan to attend festivals or do birdwatching and day trips in the region.

Respectful clothing for mosque visits (shoulders and knees covered; women may need a headscarf). Comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets and bridges, sun protection (hat, sunscreen) in summer, and a warm layer in winter/early spring.

Must-try foods: Edirne tava ciğeri (pan-fried liver), local breads and pastries, and regional mezes. Sweets: badem ezmesi (almond paste) and lokum (Turkish delight). Souvenirs: local handicrafts, textiles, small ceramics, and locally produced honey or jams.