Düzce is a small city in northwestern Turkey, located on the banks of the Düzce River. The city is famous for its thermal springs and its many Ottoman-era mosques and churches. The city's most popular attraction is the 16th-century Hızır Bey Mosque, which is noted for its beautiful blue tiles. Other popular attractions include the 18th-century Ulu Cami Mosque and the Karacaahmet Cemetery, which is home to the tombs of several famous Turkish writers and poets. Düzce is also a popular shopping destination, with a number of traditional Turkish bazaars and markets.