History

 

Bosnian Salih Efendi builds a mansion by the Seyhan River. Legacy begins.

1889

Catastrophic flood sweeps Adana; the mansion's sturdy walls stand tall.

1930

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, Celal Bayar grace the mansion. History is written.

1937

Salih Efendi, "father of the poor," passes. City mourns; legend lives on.

1939

Mansion's owners partner with Sabancı Family. "Bossa" born. City prospers.

1952

Halil Avcı acquires the mansion. Restoration breathes life into history.

2005

Esteemed "Special Class" certification achieved. Excellence recognized.

2009

President Abdullah Gül's visit. A certificate of appreciation. Commitment honored.

2010

Global pandemic halts operations. Silence descends; history waits.

2019

Onur Ergezer takes the helm. Visionary restoration. Adana's sole S-Class historic hotel reopens.

2023

Now - A private sanctuary. High wooden ceilings, thick walls, and rare antiques. Big tables, big plates; food shared with a crowd. Cigars, wines, signature cocktails. Art, elegance, tradition, and modernity. A legacy not just preserved but lived.