Discover Çarşamba: Bridge, Bazaar and River

In Çarşamba, striking structures, a historic bazaar and places along the Yeşilırmak come together. The sights range from bridge architecture and Ottoman-era buildings to walking paths, a river excursion route and regional cuisine. If you are looking for a hotel for your stay, you can first decide whether historic architecture, crafts, time by the river or culinary traditions are especially important to your plans.

Bridge, Bazaar and Historic Buildings

The Yeşilırmak Bridge is considered a symbol of Çarşamba. It was completed in 1931, is 270 metres long and has ten arches and twelve piers. The arches and piers divide the long bridge structure. In the centre of Çarşamba, the historic Bedesten Bazaar is located within Doğuyaka Uzun Çarşı. The Ottoman-era structure dates from 1826; traditional Turkish handicraft shops there continue to attract visitors. The bridge and bazaar represent different historical forms of construction: a multi-arch bridge and an Ottoman market building in the city centre.

The Göğceli Mosque is considered the oldest surviving wooden mosque in Turkey. It is located in Göğceli Cemetery in the Çay Mahallesi neighbourhood. The historic Gelin Hamam is an Ottoman bath dating from the 17th or 18th century. It lies by the Yeşilırmak in an area where construction is prohibited and comprises three rooms and a changing room. Çarşamba thus brings together different building styles and historical periods: a wooden mosque, a bath and a bazaar.

Adapark, Walking Paths and a River Excursion

In the Adapark recreation area, the historic Çarşamba Square includes the historic Çarşamba House and the Emirhan Fountain. The park also has sports facilities, cafés, paths and picnic areas. The area thus combines a specific historic square with other leisure facilities. Walking paths have been laid between the Yeşilırmak Bridge and Adapark. The paths form a dedicated walking section, while the square and its historic buildings provide another focal point in the park.

A river excursion route of about six kilometres is offered on the Yeşilırmak between Adapark and Yeşilırmak Nature Park. Its two endpoints and approximate length give the river excursion a defined scope. The river route and walking paths offer two different ways to spend your time: on the water or on foot. If you are planning a trip, check the available times in advance.

There is also a destination for outdoor activities nearby: the Kabaceviz Waterfalls are 16 kilometres from Çarşamba and are suitable for trekking, mountaineering, picnics and photo safaris. The activities listed range from exploring the terrain to taking a break and finding photo opportunities. The landscape thus complements a stay whose other themes range from historic buildings to city life.

Mill History and Regional Cuisine

In Kirazlıkçay, the historic watermill was built in the 19th century with seven millstones and remained in operation until 1982. The grounds include a nostalgically reconstructed historic mill, a café and a Hıdrellez area. The mill’s former use and the design of the grounds are two distinct aspects of the site: the millstones and the date it ceased operating tell its history, while the café and Hıdrellez area are part of the grounds as they are laid out today.

A culinary connection to Çarşamba is Kıvratma, a traditional Turkish dessert made with dough, yoghurt and nuts. It is part of the local cuisine and adds a regional speciality to the historic and scenic themes.

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