Founded in 4th century BC by Macedonian king Antigonus I Monophthalmus. First ecumenical council held in 325 AD by Constantine the Great. Second council in 787 resolved iconoclastic controversy. Captured by Seljuk Turks in 1081, renamed Iznik. Conquered by Ottomans in 1331, known for tile production
Eleia Hotel offers free breakfast and 24-hour front desk. Lake Life Hotel provides spa, hot tub, and outdoor swimming pool. Zeytin Bahçesi Hotel features indoor pool and coffee shop. Ekinoks Hotel includes elevator and daily housekeeping
Founded in 316 BC by Antigonus as Antigoneia, later renamed Nicaea by Lysimachus. Became important religious center after Emperor Constantine's conversion to Christianity. Hosted First and Seventh Ecumenical Councils, including Hagia Sophia in 787. Served as capital of three different states: Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman
Founded in 316 BC by Antigonos, later renamed Nicaea by Lysimachos. City walls built in late Roman period, reaching 4970 m in length. Hosted two important Christian councils: 325 and 787. Became Ottoman capital in 1331, producing famous tiles from 16th-17th centuries
Nicaea (now İznik) dates back to 4th century BC. First Council of Nicaea (325 AD) condemned Arianism. Council established Nicene Creed and defined church-state relations
International trail running event in İznik, Bursa Province, Turkey. Established in 2012, first race held April 14-15. Turkey's longest single-stage athletic event lasting two days. Total distance is 133 km around Lake İznik