Birgi Trip in Two Days

Birgi, located in the Ödemiş district, is home to historical structures such as the Ulu Mosque and Çakırağa Mansion. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List in 2012. It is a very charming place with beautiful houses in the side streets and friendly, talkative ladies sitting in front of their doors. It is an ideal place to have a good time, and with its photographs and historic houses, it is one of those places you will not regret visiting. With its tombs and madrasas, mosques, stone mansions, and street fountains dating back to the Aydınoğulları period, each with its own story, it is like a refuge for those seeking nostalgia and peace. Birgi, where you feel like time has stopped, is one of those places that makes you want to come back when you leave. When you come, don't leave without staying at Saliha Hanım Taş Konak, having a village bread breakfast at Elif Hanım Konağı as you start your day, tasting the local cuisine at Baba Lokantası during the day, drinking sage tea, and eating Bozdağ potatoes... We say without exaggeration that the climate of the Aegean region, where our country is located, is perhaps one of the most beautiful in the world.One of these is Birgi Village, located near Ödemiş in İzmir. Nestled in the cool, clean slopes of the legendary Bozdağ Mountains, renowned for their beauty and nobility, Birgi Village is hidden away in a lush green landscape. Surrounded by centuries-old walnut and chestnut trees, with its high stone walls and traditional Turkish tile roofs, it is a charming village with windows that rise above the roofs a must-visit destination.

When we think of vacation, we shouldn't just think of sea, sand, and sun. After seeing Birgi Village, you realize how many beautiful places with deep-rooted history there are in our country. You will feel as if you are lost between village life and architecture. Birgi Village is one of the most beautiful villages in our country today. Birgi Village is a place that gets crowded in the summer and fall months. Therefore, we recommend visiting Birgi during these times. The village's history dates back to ancient civilizations. It was later conquered by the Persians and then used by the Romans, Byzantines, Aydınoğulları, and Ottomans. While its population once approached 7,000 to 8,000, it now has a population of around 3,000 to 4,000. It has been a continuously inhabited settlement since ancient times. During the National Struggle, the village was burned and destroyed by the Greeks. Today, it is striving to regain its former beauty. 

Birgi Food and Drink Recommendations

1. When you come to Birgi village in Izmir, be sure to try the lokma pastries made by the local women of Birgi Village.
2. Dried figs are especially famous in Birgi Village, so you can buy some.
3. In terms of places to eat, you can enjoy a local breakfast in the garden at a place called Elif Hanım's Mansion. Nar Danesi Restaurant stands out for its authentic atmosphere, so you can visit there too.
4. When you hear the name Dost Ol Kebap, think of meat varieties and meatballs. This place has been serving since 1940 and is one of the places that comes to mind when you think of Ödemiş Köfte. If we talk about the famous things in Birgi Village, again, figs, peksimet, and Bergama Tulumu come to mind. You can also buy chestnuts and walnuts here. If you come in the fall, you'll be there during the chestnut and walnut harvest season. I definitely recommend trying Tokoğlu Bakeries, famous for their additive-free wheat bread.
5. Birgi Sofrası is one of those places you must see and enjoy its delicious food.
6. When you come to this village, don't forget to have breakfast at Ada Kız Köy Evi.

Places to Visit in Birgi 

The tomb of Imam-ı Birgi, Birgi Çakırağa Mansion, Sandıkoğlu Mansion, Aydınoğlu Bath, and the Great Mosque are the first places that come to mind. You should take a nice stroll through Birgi Village in detail. There are madrasas, tombs, and mosques here. Çakırağa and Sandıkoğlu Mansions are places that must be visited. Especially their interior design, decoration, and architecture are magnificent. You must also see the Grand Mosque in its current state here. Woodwork stands out. In addition, there is Dervişağa Mosque. The main entrance door is one of the finest examples of Ottoman carving art. Karaoğlu Mosque, Sarı Berber Mosque, Güdük Minaret, Ağa Mosque, and Kurşunlu Mosque stand tall before Karaoğlu collapses. In addition to these, there is a beautiful lake at a distance of approximately 20 kilometers near Birgi Village. Named Gölcük. We recommend you to visit here as well.

What to Do in Birgi?

 Before coming to this magnificent village with its wonderful nature that gives a separate peace, I can advise you to adjust your time well. Especially if you come in September or October, you can catch the harvest time of chestnut and walnut trees. A Tuesday market is set up here on Tuesdays. You can also choose Tuesday. Because you can find many local products. In addition, you can see village life up close in Birgi Village. You can take a wonderful walk in its magnificent nature. You can camp with your friends. You can also see the mansions and visit the mosques and spend a beautiful and peaceful time here. You can take lots of photos. You can also do a bicycle tour and hike as a sporting activity.

What to Buy from Birgi? 

Finally, what can be bought from Birgi Village? You can buy dried figs, walnuts, chestnuts, local clothes, and local decorative items with wheat bread.

Where to Stay in Birgi

1. Saliha Hanım Taş Konak: Located 8 km from Ödemiş district in İzmir province and 40 km from Salihli district in Manisa, Birgi Hotel Saliha Hanım Taş Konak offers air-conditioned rooms with terraces and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs. Some units also feature a seating area where you can relax. 
2. Birgi Ata Konağı: Birgi Ata Konağı is a 9-room family business. The local texture remains intact; the curtains and bedding in the rooms are all details... Everywhere is like a flower... When it comes to food, they love to serve local dishes according to the season.

Saliha Hanım Taş Konak

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