Why do foreigners prefer to live in Bursa
Bursa, which is seen as an alternative to Istanbul by foreigners, is one of the important cities in Turkey from past to present. Thousands of foreigners prefer to live in Bursa for many reasons as we will see in this article from Ebla Real Estate.
An introduction:
Bursa is located in the northwest of Turkey, in the Marmara region between Istanbul and Ankara. It is the fourth-most populous city in Turkey with about 3.5 million inhabitants, according to the latest statistics.
Bursa borders the Sea of Marmara and Yalova to the north, Kocaeli and Sakarya to the northeast; Bilecik to the east and Kütahya and Balıkesir to the south.
It has an area of eleven thousand and forty-three square kilometers (11.043 km2).
Bursa is one of the best livable cities in the world because of many factors, most notably: security and safety, a beautiful and clean environment, urban prosperity, job opportunities, successful investments, and affordable living costs.
Why do foreigners prefer to live in Bursa:
Climate in Bursa:
Bursa is one of the most beautiful regions in Turkey. It attracts tourists from different countries all year round. Bursa generally has a mild climate. However, it varies by climatic zones.
Bursa in Winter is cold, especially in Uludag Mountain and the thick snowpack lasts the entire winter, making Uludağ a haven for winter sport lovers.
Spring sees a gradual warming up and drying out in Bursa. Moreover, the summers are warm, dry, and clear. Thus, visitors can go to beaches, forests, parks and other tourist attractions in Bursa where they can do many summer activities. Autumn months in Bursa are fairly warm.
Thus, the climate in Bursa is good and it is one of the reasons to choose Bursa as a place to live.
Infrastructure in Bursa:
Bursa is one of the most developed and civilized Turkish cities in various economic, investment and social aspects. It has a very developed infrastructure, including:
Railway (Metro): The metro line in Bursa is the second-best means of transportation in Bursa, and it is the second most used means after buses.
Transportation and roads: The transportation network in Bursa has been developed in line with Bursa’s growth, renaissance and needs. Moreover, the transportation network links most regions of Bursa.
Airports in Bursa: Bursa Airport is a civil airport located in the Yenişehir region. Most of its flights are domestic, except for some direct international flights in the summer, such as (flights to Kuwait).
Educational institutions and schools in Bursa: Bursa is one of the best cities in terms of education. There are educational institutions equipped with the latest technology.
The health sector in Bursa: Bursa city in Turkey is a developed city in all areas of life, especially in the field of health. There is a great interest in the health facilities and centers in Bursa. Therefore, there are dozens of medical and treatment centers, public and private hospitals, and medical institutions.
Communications and the Internet: Bursa ranks fourth in Turkey.
Tourist attractions in Bursa:
Uludag Mountain: Uludag Mountain is one of the most important places in Bursa.
Teleferik Bursa: it is the longest cable car in the world. Moreover, it is the ideal tourist destination.
Bursa Waterfalls: They are of the most beautiful and most important natural areas in Bursa. Among the famous waterfalls, Bursa Small Waterfall, Kemal Pasha Waterfall, Küreklidere Waterfall, and Oylat Waterfall.
Bursa Lakes: They are of the most prominent tourist destinations in Bursa, especially in summer. Among the most important lakes are: Iznik Lake, the Black Lake, and Bird Paradise Lake.
Hot Springs: Among the most famous hot springs in Bursa, Oylat Hot Spring, and Keramet Hot Spring in Orhangazi district of Bursa.
Bursa Parks and Forests: Bursa is called Green Bursa due to its natural beauty and the abundance of green spaces. Among the most prominent parks are: Botanik Park, Ataturk’s Urban Forest, Mehrabli Park, and Bursa Culture Park.
Markets: The city of Bursa has many traditional markets and modern shopping centers. The most famous of them are: the covered market, Koza Han, Marka Mall, Koru Park Mall, Carrefour and others.
Historical villages in Bursa: Bursa contains hundreds of archaeological sites and heritage monuments, including villages, such as: the Ottoman village and Misiköy village.
Cost of living in Bursa:
Expats to Bursa can note the lower prices and cost of living compared to other Turkish cities.
The average value of rents in Bursa: The cost of renting in Bursa is affordable despite the strong economy and urban prosperity of the city. Moreover, it varies from one region to another.
The cost of buying a property in Bursa: It is worth noting that real estate prices in Bursa differ from one region to another. The average price per square meter for an apartment in the center of the city ranges from 1000 TL to 17,000 TL. The average price per square meter for an apartment in Nilufer ranges from 12000 TL to 22,000 TL. The price per square meter in Mudanya ranges from 1000 TL to 18,000 TL.
Cost of studying and education in Bursa: As for public schools in Bursa, they are free for everyone. However, the cost of private schools in Bursa ranges from 2000 $ to 8000 $ annually. As for public universities in Bursa, the average cost ranges between 500 $ to 1,500 $ annually, depending on the university and specialization.
Cost of health and treatment in Bursa: Treatment in public hospitals is free for employers or employees and their first-degree relatives. The cost of health insurance for workers and employers is about 1500 TL per month. Furthermore, the cost of private health insurance varies from one company to another.
Daily living costs and food in Bursa: Food prices in Bursa are generally cheap and inexpensive.
Public transportation and taxis: They are suitable for people with medium and limited incomes.
Edited by: Ebla Group Real Estate
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