Wednesday, November 11, 2026

History

History

Meram Municipality Creates New Landmark for Konya

Meram Municipality is turning the Seljuk-era bath remains, uncovered during the Şükran Urban Transformation Project in Sahibata Neighborhood, into one of Konya’s landmark structures by covering it with a geodesic glass dome.

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Aziziye Mosque’s Classic Ottoman Design

The Aziziye Mosque in Konya showcases classic Ottoman architectural features, blending both functional design and elegant aesthetics typical of 19th-century Ottoman mosque construction.

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A Historic Ottoman Mosque in Konya

Selimiye Mosque is one of the well-known mosques in Konya. It is located right next to the Mevlana Museum, in the heart of the city. The mosque was built during the Ottoman period in the 16th century by order of Sultan Selim II.

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Şems-i Tebrizi Mosque and Tomb in Konya

Sems-i Tebrizi Mosque is located in the city center of Konya, Turkey. It is named after Shams of Tabriz, a Persian mystic who had a deep influence on the famous poet and thinker Rumi. The mosque is part of a small complex that includes the tomb of Shams.

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Lystra Reveals Ancient Heritage

Lystra Ancient City, located within the borders of Gökyurt village in Konya’s Meram district, was an important Roman colony during the Middle Ages.

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The Fasillar Monument

The Fasillar Monument, located in the village of Fasillar in Konya’s Beysehir district, is considered one of the largest rock monuments in Anatolia and stands as a unique legacy of the Hittites.

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800-Year-Old Obruk Cemetery in Konya

Obruk Cemetery, located in Konya and situated right across from the historic Obruk Caravanserai, which dates back about 800 years, is considered one of the remarkable examples of Anatolia’s ancient cultural heritage.