Conference Venue
Conference Venue
The conference will be held at the Balkan Congress Center, located on the Balkan Campus of Trakya University in Edirne, Türkiye.
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Discover Edirne: History & Landmarks
Discover Edirne: History & Landmarks
Edirne, the former capital of the Ottoman Empire before the conquest of Istanbul, is an open-air museum located at the junction of the Maritsa (Meriç), Tunca, and Arda rivers. Known for its UNESCO-listed monuments, rich culinary heritage, and multi-cultural history. For more detailed information about Edirne, please visit
Here are the key sights to explore:
Selimiye Mosque & Complex (UNESCO World Heritage)
Considered the masterwork of imperial architect Mimar Sinan, built between 1569 and 1575. It features four slender, three-balcony minarets and an iconic central dome showcasing the peak of Ottoman geometry.
Sultan Bayezid II Health Museum
An award-winning 15th-century medical and hospital complex founded in 1488. Famous for pioneer treatments using water sound acoustics, musical melodies, and botanical pharmacology.
Historic Meriç & Tunca Stone Bridges
Iconic Ottoman stone arch bridges spanning the confluence of the rivers. A popular location for scenic sunset walks, riverside paths, and open-air tea gardens leading toward Karaağaç.
Üç Şerefeli Mosque & Eski (Old) Mosque
Two landmark monuments illustrating the evolution of early Ottoman architecture: Üç Şerefeli (1447) with its distinct helical minarets and first open courtyard, and Eski Mosque (1414) renowned for monumental calligraphy.
Grand Synagogue of Edirne (Büyük Sinagog)
Built in 1905 and inspired by Vienna’s Leopoldstädter Tempel, this landmark is Europe's third-largest synagogue and a symbol of Edirne's multicultural historical heritage.
Bulgarian Church of Sweti George
Sv. Georgi Church, a basilica typical of the architectural style of the Bulgarian late Renaissance.
Sarayiçi & Justice Tower (Adalet Kasrı)
The historic Ottoman imperial palace grounds along the Tunca River, featuring the Justice Tower and the historic arena of the UNESCO-inscribed Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival.
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