Edirne
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It's the major city of Thrace, on the border with Greece and Bulgaria. Relatively overlooked by visitors, it nevertheless boasts several monuments, historic neighbourhoods, and above all, a mosque recently classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Overview of Edirne

It's the major city of Thrace, on the border with Greece and Bulgaria. Relatively overlooked by visitors, it nevertheless boasts several monuments, historic neighbourhoods, and above all, a mosque recently classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Key facts

  • Type de lieu: city.
  • Intérêt touristique: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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  • Heure locale: Heure : Edirne.
  • Population: 152,628 inhabitants (2014).
  • Superficie: 844 km².
  • Altitude: 42 m.

History of Edirne

What to see and do in Edirne

Mosquée Selimiye, Edirne, Turquie
Selimiye Mosque
Built in the 16th century, it is considered one of the masterpieces of Islamic architecture. This earned it UNESCO World Heritage status.

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Selimiye Mosque
★★ Built in the 16th century, it is considered one of the masterpieces of Islamic architecture. This earned it UNESCO World Heritage status.
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