Isparta
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Isparta is a city in the Mediterranean Region of Turkey.
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[edit] History
Once a part of the Byzantine Empire, Isparta was conquered but the Sejuks in the early 1200s. A century later, it became a part of Hamidoglu Emirate, but was sold in 1381 to the Ottoman Emperor. In the late 1800s, it was settled by Muslim refugees from the Balkans. Bulgarian refugees brought knowledge of producing rose oil, which has risen to one of the major economic activities in the region. Prime Minister Süleyman Demirel was born near here, so many things are named after this town's favorite son.
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The center of town with the tourist attractions in based around Firdevs Bey Bedesten with Mimar Sinan Caddesi in the north and Istasyon Caddesi in the northeast.
[edit] Getting there
[edit] By plane
[edit] By train
It is possible to take the train from Izmir to Isparta, departing at 21:30 and arriving at 6:24. To return, the train leaves at 22:00 and arrives in Izmir at 6:52. This is a seated train only.
[edit] By car
[edit] By bus
There are occasional buses from Istanbul, Ankara, and Konya. The local bus company is Isparta Petrol Turizm.
[edit] By boat
[edit] Getting around
[edit] By car
[edit] By public transport
It is necessary to take a dolmus, taxi, or bus from the bus station and to the Archeology Museum.
[edit] By foot
Most of the sites can be seen easily on foot.
[edit] By bike
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[edit] See
Ulu Camii or Grand Mosque was built in 1417.
Firdevs Bey Camii, built in 1561, was probably constructed by the famous architect Mimar Sinan. Next door is the coordinating Bedesten, or covered market.
There are many Greek Churches throughout the city, but mostly in bad repair.
[edit] Do
Visit the Hali Saray, or carpet palace, on Mimar Sinan Caddesi to watch the famous Isparta carpets being auctioned off.
The Archaeology Museum will interest those particularly curious about ancient history, but is a long way from the center.
[edit] Eat
Sönmez Kebab, near Mimar Sinan Caddesi offers kebabs and other typical Turkish fast food.
Next to Firdevs Bey Camii's Bedesten is Hacibenoglu Kebab Salonu, also offering traditional Turkish favorites.
At the northern end of Mimar Sinan Caddesi, Baskent Pide Salonu serves, soups, salads, and the pizza-like Turkish pide.
[edit] Drink
The city is full of tea gardens where you can stop for a quick or leisurely glass of tea.
[edit] Sleep
[edit] Budget
Look near the train station for the real cheapies, but beware you may get no more than what you pay for.
[edit] Mid-Range
Büyük Isparta Oteli is located across from Firdevs Bey Bedesten and is one of the few developed hotels in the city.
[edit] Upscale
[edit] Work
Work in the city is mostly agriultural or related to its two famous industries; Rose oil and carpets.
[edit] Learn
Süleyman Demirel University, founded in 1992, in located in Çünür, a suburb of Isparta.
[edit] Keep connected
[edit] Internet
Many hotels offer internet connections. Otherwise keep an eye out, there are a few internet cafes around, especially near the train station.
[edit] Phone
Look for Kontörlü Telefon for metered telephones. Cell phone service points are all over in the city.
[edit] Post
The post office is located two blocks north of Firdevs Bey Bedesten on Istasyon Caddesi.
[edit] Safety
Isparta has police stations in each district, the closest being on 148 Caddesi, Sanayi Polis Merkez, Isparta, 32200 Sanayi, 32200
[edit] Stay Healthy
The Özel Isparta Hastanesi, a private hospital, is located at the northern end of Mimar Sinan Caddesi.
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