Boza in the Winter? Visit Luleburgaz!

Luleburgaz is located in the Marmara region of Turkey. The city borders Pinarhisar on the north, Terkirday on the south and east, and Babaeski on the west. Luleburgaz’s ancient name was Bergula. Emperor Theodosius I changed the city’s name to Arcadiopolis later in the city’s history.

In 970, the city endured the Battle of Arcadiopolis and the Battle of Lule-Burgas during the First Balkan War in 1912. Luleburgaz is the seat of the Roman Catholic titular arch-bishopric of Arcadiopolis in Europa. The Greeks captured the city in 1919 and remained in control until the Mudanya agreement of 1922.

The city is famous for its sixteenth-century mosque and bridge. Both of these architectural masterpieces were named after the Grand Vizier Sokullu Mehmet Paşa. They were also designed by the Ottoman’s chief architect Mimar Sinan. The ”Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Kulliye” was built in 1570. It’s mosque, hamam, caravansari, and theology school are a wonderful Ottoman piece of art.

When you visit the city make sure to do some shopping at the local bazaar and enjoy the town center’s parks. You can visit with the locals and enjoy a cool drink. You can also visit the numerous cafes and restaurants for local Turkish fare. For a taste of the locals make sure to try the dishes made with meat. The region is known for its meat.

During the winter you can try the popular local drink “Boza”. Boza is a fermented drink sold in Turkey and throughout Eastern Europe. This malt liquor has a thick consistency and slightly acidic but sweet flavor. You’ll find plenty of shops selling Boza in the town’s center.