A Darülmülk commemoration and celebration event will be held to mark the 928th anniversary of Konya becoming the capital of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum.
Mayor of Konya Metropolitan Municipality, Uğur İbrahim Altay, emphasized that Konya is not just a city but the heart of a civilization, stating, “We proudly celebrate the 928th anniversary of our cherished city Konya, which has inscribed its name in the golden pages of history, becoming the capital of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum.”
Mayor Altay highlighted that Konya carries not only the traces of the past but also the bridges of civilization that reach into the future. He stated, “It is our duty today to understand, embrace, and pass on this glorious legacy to future generations in an even stronger way. With this awareness and enthusiasm, I invite all our fellow citizens to join us in celebrating and preserving this great heritage that spans centuries, at Kılıçarslan Square on Friday, June 27 at 6:00 PM.”
On June 27, following Friday prayers, a ceremonial guard and symbolic changing of the guard will take place in front of the Sultan’s Tomb on Alaaddin Hill as a tribute to Konya’s historic legacy, marking the 928th anniversary of Konya becoming the capital of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum.
Traditional Toyga Soup, one of the key flavors of Turkish cuisine, will also be served to participants.
