About Green shrine:
Green Tomb is an Ottoman monument located in Bursa, Turkey. It
belonged to Emir Sultan, son of Osman Gazi, the founder of the
Empire. It is the tomb. The name of the tomb comes from the fact
that its exterior is green, blue and white. It comes from the
fact that it is covered with tiles in different colours. Ottoman
Green Tomb, one of the important examples of architecture, art
and It also has great architectural importance.
Green Tomb was built by the Ottoman ruler Yıldırım in the early
15th century. After the death of Emir Sultan, son of Bayezid,
1414 It was made in . The construction of the tomb was carried
out by Emir Sultan. Request to be buried near the grave of his
father Osman Gazi was realized upon. By Community Verified icon
The exterior of the tomb is decorated with tiles, and the tile
art offers one of the most important examples. On these tiles
written with geometric patterns, plant motifs and calligraphy
There are verses. Intensive colors of green, blue and white The
use of color is a frequently observed color in Ottoman art.
combination and creates a great aesthetic effect.
The interior of the tomb is also quite impressive. Marble altar
and pulpit, ornate wooden doors and illumination on the walls It
is full of decorations. Marble sarcophagi, Osman Gazi's and It
houses the remains of Emir Sultan. In the interior of the tomb
decorations are the subtle and detailed examples of Ottoman art.
offers examples.
Green Tomb reflects the elegance and aesthetics of Ottoman architecture. It is an important building that reflects Both religiously and culturally It has great value and is one of the important tourist attractions of Bursa. It is one of the places.