Oğuzeli is a district of Gaziantep, located at the intersection of Southeastern Anatolia and the Mediterranean Region. You can reach Oğuzeli by purchasing a plane ticket, or you can reach the district by your private vehicle or by bus ticket and arrive by land. This district, known as Büyük Kızıl Hisar in the past, is a very suitable place especially for nature lovers. When you come to this district, you can have a picnic in the recreation areas surrounded by natural beauties, spend time in touch with nature and take lots of photos. In addition to natural beauties, there are also cultural points you can visit. The symbol of the district, which is located on a flat area, is the Oğuzeli pomegranate, which is called the fruit of heaven. Oğuzeli is not very rich in terms of places to visit. However, it is one of the centers of interest for many tourists with its lush green nature and clean air. It is important for visitors who will come to the district for the first time to have information about transportation. In order to come to the district, you must first reach Gaziantep. Visitors planning to come by private vehicle can complete their journey comfortably by getting directions from the navigation system. Those who want to come by private vehicle can consider the intercity bus option if they prefer the highway as a transportation network. You can research the companies that provide bus services to Gaziantep Bus Terminal from your location and buy a bus ticket. After arriving at the bus terminal, you can get on public transportation or use a taxi service to reach the district. Visitors who want to come by plane can look at the airline companies that organize flights to Gaziantep Airport and choose the one that best suits their budget and buy a plane ticket. Since the travel time and ticket price vary depending on the starting point, it is not possible to give clear information on this subject. After arriving at the airport, you can reach Oğuzeli district by using other means of transportation or by taking a taxi for direct transportation. Popular spots that you should definitely see when you come to Oğuzeli district include Karpuz Atan Picnic Area, Orta Mosque, Tılbaşar Castle, Yakubiye Madrasah and Yemişkumu Village. You can add these prominent touristic places of the district to your travel list and have a pleasant travel experience.
Karpuz Atan Picnic Area
Karpuz Atan Picnic Area, located in the southwestern part of the district, is at the top of our list of places to visit in Oğuzeli. You can get the opportunity to discover this picnic area, which stands out with its lush green areas, by purchasing an Oğuzeli bus ticket. You can enjoy a picnic with your family or friends in this picnic area, built on approximately 57 acres of land, breathe in the clean air and have peaceful times. This place is especially crowded on weekends. One of the most striking points of this place is the artificial pond it hosts. There are also restaurants where you can meet these needs when you are hungry or want to have a drink. There are various social areas here that allow you to have fun.
Orta Mosque
When you come to the district, we definitely recommend that you visit Orta Mosque, which stands out with its historical texture. There is no information about who built the mosque and when it was built. However, when its historical structure is examined, it is estimated that its construction dates back to very old times. The most important part of this historical mosque, which has undergone multiple renovations, that has not lost its originality is its minaret. No restoration work has been done on its minaret. The minaret, which has a short and wide structure, attracts the attention of its visitors with these features.
Tılbaşar Castle
The next route on our list of places to visit in Oğuzeli is Tılbaşar Castle, which you can see by purchasing a plane ticket. Located approximately 12 kilometers from the center of Oğuzeli, this castle was built on the Tılbaşar Mound, which bears the same name. It is said that the history of the castle, which has a strategic feature in terms of its location, dates back to the 3rd century BC. We definitely recommend that you see this castle, which reflects the traces of history, up close. The region where the castle is located also stands out as a historical settlement area.
Yakubiye Madrasah
Another historical point you can visit during your Oğuzeli trip is Yakubiye Madrasah. Built in the 18th century, this madrasah stands out as one of the historical beauties of the region worth seeing. By purchasing an Oğuzeli bus ticket, you can have the opportunity to see and examine this historical structure, which was built for educational purposes at the time. This madrasah, which is estimated to have been built during the Ottoman period, was built in It reflects traces of Ottoman architecture originating from the period. One of the most striking parts of the structure is the porches located in its interior. In addition, the eye-catching decorations of the structure are quite striking. By visiting this madrasah, you can take a historical journey to the Ottoman times and have a pleasant time.
Yemişkumu Village
Oğuzeli itself and its villages are as valuable as tourism. Therefore, we definitely recommend that you visit its villages after your visit to the district center. Yemişkumu Village is one of the prominent villages of the district. There are many different activity options that you can do in this village surrounded by natural beauties. Since the village is surrounded by lush greenery, you can have a picnic with your loved ones, explore the surroundings by walking in nature and spend peaceful hours accompanied by lush nature. In addition to its natural beauties, the region also becomes the center of attention of tourists with its historical texture. Many houses in the village are built with wood and stone workmanship. When you see these houses up close, you will witness the historical texture of the region up close. By purchasing a flight ticket to Oğuzeli, you can visit this historical region and have the opportunity to explore the traditional lifestyle of the village up close.
