Konya Metropolitan Municipality garnered great attention at the 83rd SKAL International World Congress with the theme of Çatalhöyük, which is listed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
The congress, held from October 19-21, brought together 350 tourism professionals from 35 countries. During the event, representatives from various sectors of the tourism industry, including hotels, travel agencies, tour operators, and airlines, shared knowledge and experiences on developments in sustainable tourism.
The goKonya stand, themed around Çatalhöyük, stood out at the congress by highlighting Konya's cultural and touristic riches, local gastronomy, and its emphasis on being the "City of Bicycles."
Local and international participants had the opportunity to learn about Konya's historical and cultural values up close, while also being informed about the historical experiences offered by the Çatalhöyük Promotion and Welcome Center.
Visitors expressed their appreciation for Konya's efforts to preserve its cultural heritage and the work done to promote Çatalhöyük, noting that the rich themes and content presented at the stand were impressive. These presentations were seen as an important step in bringing Konya's tourism potential to a broader audience.
