Eskişehir: the Food and the Sights 🇹🇷
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ธ.ค. 2023
- Shot on: November 23, 2023
Location: Eskişehir, Türkiye
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About this Eskişehir vlog:
After a lot of fans told me to visit Eskişehir, I traveled down to take a look. This Turkish city is stunningly beautiful. Even on a mostly overcast day, I could tell that it was one of the hidden gems of Turkey. In this Turkish vlog, we do some Eskişehir sightseeing and see:
- Odunpazarı
- Odunpazari Modern Museum (OMM)
- OMM Inn
- Kurşunlu Mosque and Complex
- Kurşunlu Mosque Handicraft Gallery
- Kurşunlu Mosque Meerschaum Gallery
- Sazova Park
- Fairytale Castle
- Porsuk River
- Vural Sokak
I also tasted the delicious Eskişehir cuisine. I loved having Çibörek and Çay in Odunpazarı. I had to save some room for dinner and got the famous local Eskişehir food, Balaban Kebab. Both were extremely delicious.
About Eskişehir tourism:
Eskişehir, a vibrant city in northwestern Turkey, offers a unique blend of historical charm and contemporary culture, making it an increasingly popular tourist destination. Known for its young and dynamic population, largely due to Anadolu University, the city buzzes with artistic and educational energy. Tourists are drawn to the enchanting Odunpazarı district, a historical area with beautifully restored Ottoman houses, now housing an array of charming cafes, craft shops, and museums, including the remarkable Eskişehir Modern Glass Art Museum.
The Porsuk River, flowing through the city, adds to its picturesque beauty. Visitors enjoy leisurely boat tours, offering a different perspective of the city’s landscape. The riverbanks are perfect for evening strolls, lined with bustling restaurants and bars, creating a lively atmosphere.
Another highlight is Sazova Park, a wonderland for both children and adults, featuring a science center, fairy tale castle, and pirate ship. Eskişehir also serves as a gateway to nearby archaeological sites, like the ancient Phrygian Valley, making it a perfect blend of urban and historical exploration. This combination of historical allure, cultural vibrancy, and modern amenities makes Eskişehir a must-visit destination in Turkey.
About the Turkish cuisine in Eskişehir:
Eskişehir, a culinary gem in Turkey, offers a delightful blend of traditional and modern flavors. The city's cuisine is renowned for its unique specialties. One must-try is "çibörek," a crispy, deep-fried pastry filled with seasoned minced meat, a Tatar influence reflecting the city's multicultural heritage. Another local favorite is "balaban kebab," succulent meat grilled on a skewer, wrapped in lavash bread, and drenched in a tangy yogurt sauce. Vegetarians can relish "met helvası," a sweet dessert made from semolina, sugar, and pine nuts. The city's vibrant student population has also introduced a variety of international cuisines, ensuring that Eskişehir's food scene caters to all tastes, making it a paradise for food enthusiasts.
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Men like you come once in 100 years, just like Napoleon Bonapart.
I don’t think I’m like Napoleon hahaha
Biz ona Atatürk deriz.
This city is in the top 10 of the safest cities in the world.
Thanks for watching!
Eskişehir used to be dirty, muddy, ugly, and depressing. It is a great example of how a mayor can transform a city from an ugly one to the city it is now. We do need to acknowledge Yılmaz Büyükerşen here. He was the Dean at Anadolu University for many years. He later became the mayor of this city and basically changed it into a safe, upbeat, artistic, and a livable city. Thanks for visiting.
Wow! Yeah now it is a very nice city!
Ben 80 doğumluyum. Çocukluğumun bir kısmı Eskişehir'de geçti. Öncesini bilemem ama "çirkin"!!! Hiç bir zaman olmadı. İstanbul'un bir çok yerinde olmayan düzen vardı, Büyükerşenden de önce arkadaşım . Sensin çikin🙃
74’lüyüm. İlkokul 2-5, orta okul, lise bir Eskişehir. Üniversite dört sene… ilk aşk orada. Güzeldir benim şehrim. Kalbi büyüktür.. eskiden çok çamur vardı ama yaaaa…. Doğal gaz öncesi duman altıydık…. Büyükerşen şehri iyi yönde tanınmaz hale getirdi… helal olsun… aramızda kalsın - Çirkinimdir biraz….
Altyapı kötü yollar kötü Allah razı olsun emeklerine ama bunlarıda göz ardı etmemek lazım.
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The weather was cold and rainy, so there didn't seem to be many people.When the weather is hot, you can't find a place to walk :) I hope one day you will come here again for sightseeing. but I recommend you to come between April and August
Yeah there were a lot of rainy days during my trip! I’ll return in a better season next time!
There was no need to be afraid of jets :) because there is a military air base very close to Sazova park. I lived near Sazova Park locations and I grew up hearing those jet sounds. ✈🤯☺
I wasn’t worried, but just confused. I saw jets the whole day but now it makes sense!
I went to Eskişehir with my sis last summer and I admired there museums are closed to each other and Sazova Science Museum is spectacular. Also foods are delicious too. One of the most breathtaking cities in Turkey. Thanks you to share this video with us. 🥰
I liked it too! Glad you enjoyed the video!
There's an airbase in Eskişehir, busier than Nellis. I'm from Eskişehir, born in an airbase and my dad was an air force pilot. I can sleep anywhere, regardless, how noisy the neighborhood is 😀
Hahaha yeah in the beginning I kept waiting to film something because of the noise but later on I realized it wasn’t going to stop
It was very nice to see through your eyes the city where I was born and lived, which I have not seen for 20 years. Thanks for going there.
Eskişehir is a place where young people live, mostly university students, so it is very quiet during the hours when schools are open. It is usally lively on weekends and summer holidays.
it was a very nice promotional video. But I wish you could also go to the area where the Phrygians' temple is located. ''Yazılıkaya'' was half an hour away from Eskişehir.
I send you greetings from New York...🗽👋
Im glad you liked it! If I can go back I want to see the Midas monument
I noticed how knowledgeable and researcher you are, you are a quality traveler! enjoy!🤝🏻
Thanks! I do my best!
The stairs you like at the entrance of Odunpazarı seem to be inspired by the Camondo stairs in Beyoglu, Istanbul.
Oh interesting! I’ll have to take a look next time I’m in Istanbul. Thanks!
it is great to see that you are paying attention to pronunciation of Turkish words.
I am sure somebody below mentioned it but "borek" is the generalized name for a type of pastry usually made by layering thin dough in one way or the other. One loose analogy I can give is "soup" . A fish soup and a lentil soup are both soups.
Enjoy your stay.
Thanks for the info! I’m enjoying it!
There are handmade tiles and many historical artifacts inside the mosque, and there are signal blocking devices inside to prevent thieves from advertising. That's why you can't get an image even if you want to... btw I'm from Eskişehir, I hope you enjoyed it. :))
I did enjoy it! I also got in the mosque so I got to see it but I wasn’t able to show the viewers. Thanks for watching!
@@TravelLordOnLoc if you come to visit again, visit the "şelale park". It has excellent views.
Thats my city! What a nice surprise! I really missed it alot! I just watched your 10'th November video + liked + subscribed the channel ( :) ) and just saw Eskisehir video, my lovely city! Cheers from Canada! :)
Glad you enjoyed it!
yine harika bir video.
Thank you again!
Eskişehir düzenli bir şehrimizdir👍
It’s very nice!
We are grateful to our hardworking mayor Yılmaz Büyükerşen, who made Eskişehir a great city. We wish him a long life and success in his upcoming works. This is a nice video. Thank you.
Yes, he’s done a great job! It’s a very nice place!
Lentil börek (mercimekli börek) and lentil ravioli (mercimekli mantı) are also delicious local foods, that I would suggest to try. You can eat mantı in the Mantı Diyarı. Lentil pastry is also sold everywhere. There is a historical small meatball restaurant on a street in the central bazaar, you walked in, iti is Tatlıdil köftecisi.
@@rukiyeozcivelek45 I'll check it out! Thanks!
i wish you'd visit some of the museums in odunpazarı. there are a lot of different and interesting museums there including a wax museum! the mayor of eskisehir is also a wax sculptor and there are sculptures of his and his students at the museum. i love eskisehir with a passion and i've been waiting for you to visit! most of the tourists say that the only thing this city needs is a sea, so the mayor made an artificial sea.. this city is also called the student's city and the prices are more affordable compared to other cities because of it. sorry if this comment is too messy, Im looking forward for your other videos!
Hahaha I’m glad you liked it! It’s a very beautiful city!
I love Eskhidir, Turkiiye is such a huge beautiful nation with too much to explore. I've been to the western metropolis city of Istanbul but I want to explore more of eastern Turkey to see more one of my most favourite countries in the world has to offer. Greetings from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹❤🇹🇷
I’d definitely recommend going!
feel free to visit Amasra my hometown.
@@LasciviousSloth I'll take a look and see if I can!
Hey man, love your videos! Safranbolu in Karabük and Mudurnu & Göynük in Bolu have similar old town vibes to Odunpazarı, with more green (although they are probably more white than green now 😆) There is also the Yedigöller National Park in Bolu which is absolutely stunning though it is not a great time to visit right now due to weather. If you ever think about going a little further east I recommend checking out Amasya and Ordu, which I believe are charming cities. Even further east, you can go to Rize and Artvin if you want to immerse yourself in beautiful nature. Just stay away from Trabzon, the people there are weird 🤣 Enjoy your travels!
Thanks for the suggestions! Yeah, I may have to come back and visit some in the summer also
Ülkemi tanıttığın için çok teşekkür ediyorum 😊
Thank you for watching!
18:19 reminded me of a 1963 movie shot in Eskişehir: "Şafak Bekçileri (Watchmen of the Dawn)" .. there is an air base there since 1925 and an air force academy since 1951.. and all credits to mayor Yılmaz Büyükerşen for transforming the city, quality man he is 👍... thank you for the tour with again great historical information 💯👏👏
I’ll check out that movie! Thanks!
I think the more you travel around Turkey, the more you will love the Turks.Thanks for the video.
It’s been great so far! I’m learning a lot and hope I can help others learn about it too!
Welcome to our city! It’s very nice to see you here 😊❤️
Great to see the city!
My friend, your explanation is hypnotic :) It may be related to you being a teacher. It's a very nice video, thank you.
I appreciate it!
It looks very beautiful city, I guess.
Yes, it was!
There are lots of different böreks in Turkic and Ottoman culture. The one you had in Sarajevo is "Boşnak Böreği" (Bosniak Borek). Other one you got in Eskişehir is Çi Börek, traditional Tatar pastry.
I would like to try more böreks! Hahaha
And the word "Çi" means beautiful in Tatar Turkish. It's different from the word used for uncooked food, which is "raw=çiğ". 🤠
@ Ok! Good to know!
00:35 When we started the video, you passed very close to our house, I suddenly got excited when I saw my own street haha, Thank you for introducing the beauties of Eskişehir. it's a really great video! (By the way, I think I'm the only single person in Eskişehir :D)
Oh cool! Sorry I didn't show your house
Again again again perfect video
Thank you so much!
You are truly a very respectful and good person. If there was a mistake against you in my country, I apologize to you on their behalf. Thanks for everything.
No problem! Thanks for watching!
Boza için çok güzel helvası meşhur beğenirsiniz
Thanks for watching!
Another great video, plz more videos from Turkey. There is much to discover, unlimited potential...
Im going to try and visit 7-9 cities over the next 3-4 weeks! Hopefully can get to Kars, Mardin, Urfa, Bursa, Konya, Antalya, etc. stay tuned!
@@TravelLordOnLoc Excellent! Can't wait!
@@ercan5209 Me too! Hahaha. I'm in Bursa now!
@@TravelLordOnLoc Wow, cool! I'm sure you already know what to eat there, but let me tell you anyway; i think you must try iskender kebap, tahinli pide and Osmanlı macunu 👌🏻
@@ercan5209 I just had iskender kebap today. Wow!
The man, the myth, the legend.
I hope you're have fun over there
I’m having a great time! A lot more to see too!
18:24 you made me laugh! 😂 In Eskishir, nation's the second biggest airforce base is located. It is part of our daily life to hear jets flying.
And about the Fairytale castle, each tower is a replica of a historic one in Turkiye. For example, the biggest one is Galata Tower.
I am glad you visited my home city, Eses (its nickname).
Thanks for watching! I’m glad I got to see it also!
Please consider going to an Alevi cemevi if you can, it is a different part of Turkish society and really unique aspect of Turkiye and Anatolia! Loving your videos so far! They make my family so happy especially November 10, Ankara where my family is originally from. Peace and Love to you
I’ll look into it! Thanks!
Travel Lord, you made a comment being a single man in that market, but realise your charm in the way you record and the perspectives you share will outlive you and do wonders for your legacy. Keep up the good work.
Thank you! More to come! Don’t worry!
We love your videos!!! ❤️❤️❤️ me and my daughter is watching together. She sees her moms country where momma study her university. Lots of hugs from TX and thanks for editing more Türkiye videos 🤗
Glad you guys enjoy it! A lot more on the way!
@@TravelLordOnLoc Great!!! Thank you. Did you visit Antalya too?
@@mlsphotobybrentwoodgraphic3124 The plan is to go there in two weeks!
@@TravelLordOnLoc ❤❤❤❤❤ Spring or summer would be awesome for Antalya, but its ok you can still visit and enjoy it. Antalya Side, Beldibi Kemer Phaselis, Olympos Adrasan beach, Finike Demre Kas Fethiye see those places too if you have time. 😊😊
After seeing this amazing video..I'am subbed
I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
Great videos man! As a Turkish I really enjoy your videos. I firstly saw one of your videos istanbul and then I continued watching all your videos on all your trips. Thank you! Cheers!
Glad you like them! More on the way!
Have a nice trip. I hope you liked this heavenly homeland.
I did! But there is still more to see!
sakin bir yaşam istiyorsan, eskişehir ideal bir yer. tipik bir orta anadolu şehri. burada batının hareketli yaşamını ege kıyılarının doğal güzellikleri göremezsin ama çok insan hayatının bir yerinden sonra burada huzur bulabilir. çok güzel bir iş çıkarıyorsun, thanks.!
It was a very relaxing city to visit!
yummi
I noticed it with the vlog you shot in Ankara on November 10th and now I'm a follower.
And we can make the world beautiful thanks to good people.🙏🙏
Thank you! I appreciate it!
Really nice to see someone who doesnot have a “orientalistic” pov and respects the culture as it is. Checked out the other videos too, and hope you enjoyed every minute. Come back soon👍🏻
Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching!
I learned a lot! Thanks!
Thank you!
i love it!!
Thank you!
i remember eskisehir had 4 airforce and awesome pilots
I went to Eskişehir before but i’ve seen many new places through this video. Thanks for the amazing video🙏🏻
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Another great video and this time its my home town. Keep it up man!
Oh nice! Don’t worry! I’ve got a lot more on the way!
Çok güzel teşekürler.Elinize Sağlık.
No, thank you!
I'm a Crimean Tatar from Eskişehir and you're exactly right! The original name of çibörek is şırborek and şır means delicious and juicy in Tatar Turkish. :)
It was very delicious! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video.💞❣💔💯
No problem!
Wonderful 👌👍
Thank you!
nice city, perfect video
thanks for coming
My pleasure!
I had hard time to recognize the city. I graduated from Anadolu university in 2016 since that time it must to changed a lot. Yilmaz Buyukersen is the man who built that city. Eskisehir was absolutely a different city before he came that position. He is their biggest luck!
Yes, he did a great job!
👍👍👍
Thank you!
Awesome stuff Cousin!
Thank you Cousin!
I like watchin your videos
Glad to hear it!
💓👌
Thank you!
Beutifull city - good video
Yeah, it is!
Çi börek :) thank you for video
So good! One of my favorite foods!
Beautiful City Eskisehir
Yes, it is!
It's nice to see you here, welcome to our city.
Glad to see it! You’ve got some delicious food!
wow
Thanks for watching!
more videos please🤗
Got a new one coming out in an hour!
🇹🇷👍👍
Thank you!
The city that is a diamond in Anatolia.
Agreed!
Hoşgeldin 🇹🇷❤️
Thank you!
Thanks! I will be taking another trip to Turkey and add this city to my list.
Great! Stay tuned too! I’m planning to travel to Antalya, Konya, Fethiye, Bursa, Mardin, Urfa and Kars over the next few weeks. But it’ll take a while longer to edit and post those videos…
If you go to Mardin, You should also go to Diyarbakir city, 90 km away and it is great to see and historical city a great Castle inside. You must also go to Gaziantep, the best foods are there, Adana and also Mersin. If you go to west, you must go to Izmir, Cesme, Kusadasi, Bodrum, Marmaris, Datca, Ayvalik, Bozca ada ( Island).
Great Videos you have, and enjoy to watch.
Nice video
Thank you!
Another amazing video; so well done. Peter when you go into any churches please light a candle for Uncle Paul. ❤
Thanks and will do!
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Thank you!!!
as a student in eskişehir i love ur channel. thank u for beautiful videos
Thank you for watching!
Obaaa
Thanks for watching!
Rica ederim efenim
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Thank you!
Subscribed right away :) I prefer slow paced and calming travel videos than those who are like an action movie 😂 I’m glad you get to see Eskişehir hope you get to explore more of Türkiye!
Awesome! Thank you! Much more to come!
Hello my friend. I watched all your videos in the same night, it's truly impressive sincerity. If you are still in Turkey, I would like to give you a new city suggestion, this city's name is Sinop. You can do research about Sinop. Sinop will attract everyone's attention. It is a cute city in the Central Black Sea region. And it is a coastal city with a lot of historical texture. I hope you take me carefully
I will look into it! Thanks!
There is a jet base in Eskişehir. this is why you see jets everytime. Thanks for video, we glad to see you in Turkey. If you had a good time, we want more videos about Turkey::))
Thank you! A lot more videos on the way!
welcome
Thank you!
This is where I am from ❤️
Thanks for watching!
Haberim olsaydı gelirdim 😊
Haha well thanks for watching this one!
TLOL, you are fantastic and winning so many hearts of the Turks 😊 Another great video! I hope it will help world travelers visit my beautiful motherland. Thank you for all that you do. Greetings from the States. Safe and pleasant travels.
Thanks! I’ve got a lot more to come! In Bursa at the moment!
@@TravelLordOnLoc wow! I was too young when we visited Bursa so sadly, I don't remember much but it is filled with rich history and has stunning landscapes. The food is amazing. Can't wait to watch what you will share. I hope you will revisit the country during summer and enjoy several areas by the shores as the country is a peninsula. I'm glad I became a subscriber and sharing your videos with others. While you make me homesick, you also bring such joy through your lenses. Thank you so much!
@@firecracker. Just finished filming in Bursa! I'm excited to edit it later! The history was amazing!
@@TravelLordOnLoc can’t wait to watch it! 😊
Welcome ESKİŞEHİR❤
Thank you!
Kırım Tatarı olarak esenlikler 🖐
Hello! Thanks for watching!
mercy bien tesekkurler evimde oturup dogum yerim esihehiri izledim
Glad you liked it!
odun pazari
Welcome to Eskişehir, one of the safest cities in the world.
Yeah it was great! Glad I got to visit!
Waiting for u to Konya...Rumi s city
I’ll be there later this week!
🤙🏼🇹🇷👋🏼👏👏👏👏🙋♀️❤️
Thank you!
there is one of the main jet airbase near Eskisehir so you can see and hear lots of them .
Yeah I kept having to wait to film because it would get so loud hahaha
I think u should come to Antalya. Atatürk said about Antalya, "This is the most beautiful city in the world." It has great culture, entertainment and incredible views. You can visit places such as Side Ephesus ancient city, Kaleiçi (Oldtown) and Düden waterfall. Your videos are very nice and I think you will fall in love with Antalya :)
I’ll be there next week! I went to Ephesus near Izmir already. Should have videos about both places in a few weeks!
Eskişehir is home of the Turkish Air Forces. this is why you see that fighters in the sky :)
Oh! Makes sense! I kept hearing it the entire day. Wish I’d known to mention that in the video. Thanks for the info!
@@TravelLordOnLoc 👍 keep make good videos
@@jokindajoker No problem!
Welcome to my city Eskişehir. There is a science complex and animal park in the Sazova Park. You should seen wax museum and cassaba center. Greetings
Thanks for watching!
If you want to laugh, go to the wax museum (horror cabinet) 😂
Please go to Cappadocia. It is the most beautiful place in Turkey. Whole city is like fairy tale.
Already went to Göreme! I’ll post a video about it soon!
Good job showing us around. No luck seeing Barbarossa (aka Hayreddin Pasha) at that pirate ship? 😊
No luck! But happy to see the pirate ship hahaha
man, if I ever go to Eskisehir I am going to pull up your video beforehand to tour it the way you did. Since it was so empty for most of the video I was wondering what time you starting walking around town? (you mentioned the rain/drizzle perhaps being why folks arent out and about but I dont think you mentioned the time of day). When I was in Ankara the city was totally dead before 11 am on saturdays. I'd walk out at something like 7 am and there'd only be a kiosk selling newspapers and bread that would be open. I'd walk around most of the city for hours before it starting waking up----But you said it was a weekday so I am totally confused. The purple bridge and gold statue and that fairytale castle also confused me!
I just had one full day so I started pretty early to make sure I could see as much as possible. I think I went out around 9am but it was raining so maybe started at 10am. It was a Wednesday also so I think it would be a lot more exciting on a Saturday or Sunday. The nightlife was fun also. I went around the city center the night before. I think you’ll have a fun time whenever you go!
I recommend you to visit our city of Ordu 😇
I’ll look into it!
Gerçekten videoların başarılı ilerliyor ayrıca jetlerin bu kadar yüksek sesle geçmesi normal çünkü merkeze yakın bi alanda 1.ana jet üssü komutanlığı bulunuyor
Thanks for watching!
keep moving towards anatolia, konya, antalya, etc ♥
Planning to go to Antalya, Konya, Fethiye, Bursa, Mardin, Urfa and Kars over the next 3-4 weeks if it’s possible. Wish me luck! Hahaha
You should add it in Nevşehir. Good luck@@TravelLordOnLoc :)
@@oozlemm Don't you worry. I already finished shooting a video about Nevsehir weeks ago! Just have to edit it...
@@TravelLordOnLoc I'm looking forward🥳
Nice video!
I'm wondering where you get the information mentioned in the video, especially historical details. Do you conduct research before visiting a city? If so, what resources do you use?
Thanks! It really depends. I usually have an idea of what I want to see and plan it out. When I arrive there are also usually some places I find out about or discover that I wasn’t expecting. I do some research online and try to check a few sources to make sure information matches up. Depending on the city, some tourist information centers have given me guide books with a lot of facts and some sites have the historical information on plaques near the sites. Some things I learn from locals too.
hello sorry for the delay I love the concept of your videos and also Eskisehir because in Turkey I live there but I am of French nationality. I'm answering your question about the fighter plane. If there are fighter planes flying by all day, it's because there is a military airport next to the city. I hope this helps you. Good luck with those.
I’m glad you like the video! Thanks for the info!