Eskisehir

Eskisehir
  • Country: Turkiyeh
  • City: Eskisehir
  • Population: 898,369
  • Area: 2 km2
Yılmaz Büyükerşen

Mayor: Yılmaz Büyükerşen

He was born in Eskişehir in 1936. He was among the first graduates of Eskişehir Economic and Commercial Sciences Academy in 1962. He became a doctor in 1966 and an associate professor in 1968. In the elections of April 18, 1999, he was elected as the Mayor of Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality. Then he got re-elected in the years 2004, 2009, 2014, and 2019.

Meaning “an old city” in Turkish, Eskişehir is a city in northwestern Turkey and the capital of the Eskişehir Province. The city is located on the banks of the Porsuk River. It’s a vibrant tapestry of ancient whispers, youthful energy, and incredible charm, beckoning you to dive in and explore.  Its famous, historic district of Odunpazarı was declared a world heritage by UNESCO and especially contributes to the touristic experience with its historical texture and urban layout.