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Edirne

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A city at Turkey's westernmost edge, near the borders with Greece and Bulgaria. As the capital of Edirne Province, it makes a great stop on a cross-border travel route.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Edirne
Gateway airport
İstanbul Airport
Best season
Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov
Time zone
Europe/Istanbul
Sights covered
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Selimiye Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Selimiye Mosque

A mosque in Edirne completed by the architect Mimar Sinan on the orders of Sultan Selim II during the Ottoman era. It is regarded as a masterpiece of 16th-century Ottoman architecture.

Sherefeli Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Sherefeli Mosque

The Şerefeli Mosque in Edirne, Turkey, is an Ottoman-era mosque built in the 15th century. It offers a glimpse into centuries-old Islamic architecture.

Old Mosque (Edirne)

Temples & religious sites

Old Mosque (Edirne)

This Ottoman-era mosque in Edirne, Turkey, dates to the early 15th century. It's a good place to explore a building steeped in history.

Edirne Palace

Heritage & monuments

Edirne Palace

This old palace was built when Edirne served as the capital of the Ottoman Empire. Most of its buildings have vanished, but ongoing restoration is gradually bringing back its former appearance.

Arda

Nature

Arda

The Arda River rises in Bulgaria's Rhodope Mountains, flows through Greece, and joins the Maritsa River west of Edirne. Running eastward from the mountains, it stretches 290 km, shaping scenic landscapes along its banks.

Tundzha

Nature

Tundzha

The Tunca River flows through Bulgaria and Turkey as a tributary of the Maritsa River. Its banks in Edirne make for a relaxing riverside walk.

Atik Ali Pasha mosque

Temples & religious sites

Atik Ali Pasha mosque

A mosque located in the Meydan district of Edirne, Turkey. It's a modest spot worth a stop while strolling through the city.

Beylerbeyi mosque

Temples & religious sites

Beylerbeyi mosque

This mosque stands in the heart of Edirne, Turkey. It's a pleasant stop while exploring the city center.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

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Feb
Mar
13° Apr
18° May
23° Jun
27° Jul
27° Aug
22° Sep
16° Oct
11° Nov
Dec

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