The park is situated on the site of the former Merinos Textile Factory, established in 1938 by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.
The Merinos AKKM building is one of the largest congress centers in Turkey, designed to host international summits and cultural events.
The park houses the Merinos Textile Museum, which documents the history of the factory that once employed thousands of Bursa residents.
The grounds contain a dedicated Library of Economics and a library specifically for children and youth.
Atatürk Kongre ve Kültür Merkezi Kültür Parkı, also known as Merinos Parkı, is a large public green space integrated with a major regional congress center in central Bursa. The site occupies the former grounds of the historic Merinos Woolen Textile Factory, a landmark of Turkish industrial heritage. The park features extensive landscaped gardens, a central pond, and pedestrian pathways connecting to the Merinos AKKM facility. The venue serves as a focal point for international conventions, theatrical performances, and local cultural gatherings. It provides a significant urban cooling effect for the Osmangazi district. The grounds incorporate various seating areas, cafes, and restaurants overlooking the water features. The park functions as a transition zone between the city's historical downtown and its modern commercial corridors.
The lakeside area reflecting the modern architecture of the Atatürk Kongre ve Kültür Merkezi building.
Visit the Textile Museum on-site to understand the historical context of the park's transition from factory to public space.
Check the official event calendar for the congress center before visiting, as major summits may restrict access to certain indoor public areas.
Do not attempt to access restricted zones of the congress center during private corporate events or high-security international summits.
