Eflatunpınar Hittite Spring Sanctuary, located roughly 100 kilometers west of Konya near Beyşehir Lake, is a fascinating monument from the Late Bronze Age.
Its name, translating to "Plato's Spring," reflects a natural spring considered sacred by the Hittites. They constructed a special pool here, likely for religious purposes.
The sanctuary features a large rectangular pool built with stone blocks, continuously fed by the spring. A particularly interesting feature is the tall relief wall stretching over 34 meters along the pool's northern edge. This architectural style is quite distinct for the Hittite period.
Situated amidst dry hills, the presence of the freshwater spring held even greater significance. The sanctuary is found within the borders of Sadıkhacı and can be accessed by following signs from the Beyşehir-Isparta highway.
