Located in Beyşehir district of Konya, Eşrefoğlu Bedesten is one of the city’s important historic structures dating back to the Ottoman period, offering a glimpse into its commercial and social history. Following its restoration, the building now welcomes visitors as a center showcasing Beyşehir’s historical and touristic attractions.
Also known as Bezzaziye Hanı, Eşrefoğlu Bedesten was rebuilt in 1551 during the Ottoman period in accordance with its current architectural layout. By the Republican era, the building had fallen into disrepair and was restored and brought back into use through renovation works carried out in 1975–1976.
Eşrefoğlu Bedesten has played an important role in Beyşehir’s social and commercial life since the period in which it was built. It became one of the city’s key structures contributing to the development of trade and strengthening social ties among the local community.
In recent years, Eşrefoğlu Bedesten underwent restoration works carried out by Konya Metropolitan Municipality and was opened as a visitor center in 2023. With the historic building given a new function, the center also provides an opportunity to showcase Beyşehir’s cultural and natural heritage.
The visitor center introduces Beyşehir’s historic monuments, natural landscapes, geographical features and tourist attractions through videos and visual materials. In this way, the historic building continues to serve the city not only as a reminder of its former commercial role but also as a center promoting Beyşehir’s cultural and touristic values today.
