Dating back to the 8th century BC, Ivriz Rock Monument is one of the most remarkable traces of the ancient world in Konya. Carved into a rock face, the relief depicts King Warpalawas standing before Tarhunzas, the god of storm and fertility.
Grapes and wheat carved into the monument symbolise abundance and the importance of agriculture in the region. Despite the centuries that have passed, the figures and intricate details remain visible, preserving a story from thousands of years ago.
Today, Ivriz is not only a significant archaeological site but also a place where history and nature come together. The monument is included on UNESCO’s World Heritage Tentative List.
