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Ancient City of Nicaea and Its Attractions
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- Historical Significance
- 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
- Architectural Highlights
- Hagia Sophia Church evolved from Roman gymnasium to mosque
- Nicaea Castle dates back to 258 BC with multiple entrances
- Green Mosque features unique minaret tile decorations
- Natural Attractions
- İznik Lake spans 298 km² and is fifth largest in Turkey
- Keramet Thermal Springs offer healing waters
- Sansarak Canyon provides hiking trails and village life
- Cultural Heritage
- İznik tiles made from 70-80% quartz and fired at 900°C
- Tiles feature semi-precious stone-inspired colors and geometric patterns
- Traditional craftsmanship continues using 16th-century techniques