The tree features 13 primary branches, each of which is considered the size of a standard tree trunk.
It is officially registered as a 'monumental tree' by the Turkish Ministry of Environment and Urbanization.
The canopy covers an area of approximately 920 square meters, providing a constant cooling effect in summer.
The tree's location marks the gateway to the historic route leading up to the Uludağ plateau.
The İnkaya Historical Plane Tree is a monumental Platanus orientalis estimated to be over 600 years old. It stands 37 meters tall with a trunk circumference measuring approximately 10 meters. The tree's primary branches span a diameter of roughly 20 meters, requiring specialized iron and wooden support structures to maintain their integrity. Located on the lower slopes of Uludağ mountain, the site overlooks the valley leading toward the city center of Bursa. The surrounding area has been developed into a recreational tea garden and café complex managed by local businesses. It serves as one of the oldest living witnesses to the early Ottoman period in the region.
From the elevated wooden observation platforms that allow you to capture the massive scale of the trunk and primary branches in one frame.
Visit the small artisan stalls near the tree to find local Bursa silkworm products and handmade crafts.
Secure a table in the shade of the main branches to experience the natural temperature drop during peak summer months.
Consider the steep road approach; the site is situated on an incline, so wear appropriate footwear.
Avoid visiting on Sunday afternoons when the site experiences extreme crowding from local residents and tour groups.
