As part of the Meram Municipality's ambitious visionary project, the "Şükran Urban Transformation Project," historically registered buildings were brought together on a single island in Suriçi and rebuilt in accordance with their original design, contributing to the city's tourism scene. These structures, Turkey's second-largest registered building relocation project, have now begun operating as a hotel. The opening ceremony for the "Sırçalı Hotel," which will significantly contribute to the city and its tourism sector, was held.
"SIRÇALI HOTEL IS A LOYALTY TO HISTORY, A RESPECT FOR CULTURE AND A STRONG BELIEF IN THE FUTURE"
Mayor Kavuş made a statement about the Sırçalı Hotel, which will provide accommodation services as a result of the Meram Municipality's efforts. He said "Our hotel, which will offer 21 rooms and 50 beds, takes its name from the Sırçalı Madrasa, which embodies the elegance of Seljuk tile art. The elegance of the art of "glazing" will be felt in every corner of the hotel with aesthetic touches. The cafe called Suriçi Avlu, located amidst registered buildings on the same place, also began operating alongside the opening. This social space, open not only to guests but to all residents of Konya, will become Meram's new meeting point with its historic atmosphere and high-quality service."
"WE HAVE BROUGHT THIS CENTURY-OLD HERITAGE TO THE CITY, HISTORY, TOURISM, AND LIFE WITH AN INVESTMENT OVER 4 BILLION LIRAS."
Mayor Kavuş also reminded that the Şükran Urban Transformation Project, with an investment volume exceeding 4 billion liras to date, is a comprehensive transformation initiative that aims to revitalize the identity and history of not only Meram but all of Konya. He pointed out that Sırçalı Hotel stands out as one of the symbolic stops of cultural heritage, aesthetics, and a visionary urban planning approach in this intensely ambitious endeavour. Konya Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Uğur İbrahim Altay, spoke at the opening ceremony of the Sırçalı Hotel, emphasized the importance of the transformation taking place in the Şükran district. He stated that he was one of those who best experienced and observed the transformation. Mayor Altay said, "Years ago, this place was in chaos, but today it is Konya's tourism showcase." Praising Meram Mayor Mustafa Kavuş's interest and determination in the project, Mayor Altay said, "Mayor Mustafa has made a great contribution to this magnificent project. I wholeheartedly congratulate him and his team." Following the speeches, the opening ceremony of the Sırçalı Hotel, which will accommodate 50 guests at a time in its 21 rooms, took place. After touring the hotel building, the dignitaries spent time at the Suriçi Avlu Cafe.
