NOT FAR AWAY, IN UŞAK

Located on the Royal Road where Anatolia opens to the Aegean; Evliya Çelebi wrote that the name Uşak comes from Uşşak, which means the city of lovers; The first electricity used in Turkey; the first sugar factory was opened; Famous Uşak carpets unique to the region were laid on the floors of churches and palaces of many European countries; Home to the Ulubey Canyon, the world's second largest canyon after the Grand Canyon in the USA, and the famous Karun Treasures; Uşak is a must-see city with its nature, history, cultural richness and food.

In Uşak, one of the first cities of Anatolia historically, you can stay in 5-star Uşak central hotels where you can find all kinds of luxury, but smaller but You can always stay in the hospitable Uşak hotels. Uşak hotel prices offer affordable options for every budget without sacrificing comfort.

WHERE TO GO, WHAT TO DO, WHAT TO EAT IN UŞAK

With a known history dating back to 4000 BC, Uşak, from the Hittites to the Phrygians, from the Lydians to the Persians, the inventors of money, to Alexander the Great It has been an important center for numerous civilizations from the Romans to the Seljuks to the Ottomans. You should definitely visit the Uşak Archeology Museum, where you can follow the traces of this rich cultural and historical heritage, and especially, you should not leave without seeing the Karun Treasure, which is dated to the 6th century BC and consists of 450 pieces.

Also; You should add the ancient city of Blaundus, which was declared a first degree protected area, the Clandras Bridge from the Hellenistic period, the recently discovered Pepuza Ancient City, the center of the lost sect of Christianity, Montanism.

But perhaps the first place to be seen in Uşak is the world-famous Ulubey Canyon, whose value was not understood until recently. This canyon is the second largest canyon in the world after the Grand Canyon in the USA, with a width of 50-100 meters, a length of up to 45 kilometers and a depth of around 170 meters. It must be an invaluable experience to watch this magnificent canyon from the terrace covered with 30 mm thick bulletproof glass.

Of course, Taşyaran Valley, which contains similar geological features, can be seen with interesting shapes and colors carved by the waters of the Gediz River.

By the way, it is worth noting the world-famous Uşak carpets and weavings. Although Uşak was the carpet center of the Ottomans in the 15th century, the history of carpet and weaving in the region goes back to ancient times. Uşak carpets were so popular for a period that the elite and noble families of Europe would consider using Uşak rugs as decoration while making their paintings.

If you want to learn the history of these famous carpets and see examples of 500-600 years old. You should definitely see the Uşak Carpet and Kilim Museum located in a two-storey wooden Uşak house.

In Uşak, which has a high thermal potential; Hamamboğazı Hot Springs surrounded by green pine forests; The Örencik Spa, whose water is known to be good for liver, stomach and skin diseases, and Aksaz Spa, whose spring water is boiling from the bottom of a granite rock near Aksaz Stream, awaits its guests who prefer thermal tourism.

Now we know that wherever you go in Anatolia You cheer our palates with all sorts of local flavors. When it comes to Uşak cuisine, the first thing that comes to mind is Tarhana Soup.

Maybe you want to try Alacatene made with lentils and bulgur first. Or Meat Basma or Potted Meat, Rose Rusk, Rice Meatballs, Poppy Spread, Bulgur with Liver and of course Demir Dessert or Cendere Dessert ... Here is the rich Uşak cuisine worthy of your mouth!

WITHOUT DO NOT GO

- Visit Ulubey Canyon, the world's second largest canyon. be sure to see. If you are not afraid of heights, go to the glass terrace and enjoy the magnificent view.

- Gediz River Be sure to see Taşyaran Valley, which is worked like a master sculptor.

- Go to the Uşak Archeology Museum and see the magnificent 450-piece Karun Treasure.

- Be sure to visit Blaundus Ancient City, 2500-year-old Clandras Bridge and Pepuza Ancient City. 

- Don't forget to buy some of Uşak's famous carpets, rugs, blankets and prayer rugs.

- Be sure to try Uşak Tarhana Soup, a proprietary flavor.