Four Seasons in Konya: with Historical and Cultural Treasures
The museums and promotion centres operating under the Konya Metropolitan Municipality attract great interest from local and foreign visitors.
History
Saint Helena Church in Konya
Located in the historical Sille district of Konya, the Saint Helena Church is considered one of the oldest churches in the world.
Zazadin Caravanserai A Historic Stop in Konya
Located on the Konya-Aksaray road, Zazadin Caravanserai is one of the important structures from the Seljuk period that has survived to the present day.
Mayor Altay: “we are working to uncover konya’s walls as a former capital and boost its tourism potential”
Konya Metropolitan Municipality is meticulously carrying out excavation works to uncover the Larende Gate and city walls, which are among the most important components of the Darülmülk Project.
757-Year-Old Manuscript Returns to Konya
A handover ceremony was held in Konya to mark the return of the 757-year-old manuscript titled Kitab Şerhu’l-Esma, which had been smuggled abroad in 2000 from the Yusuf Ağa Manuscript Library.
Piano Recital at Ancient Anemurium
Renowned pianist Rüya Taner from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) performed a piano recital at the Anemurium Ancient City excavation site, directed by Prof. Dr. Mehmet Tekocak, a faculty member of Selçuk University’s Department of Archaeology.
Gömeç Hatun Tomb in Konya
Quietly standing within the historical fabric of Konya, the Gömeç Hatun Tomb is a striking structure that carries traces of the past into the present.
Lystra Gains Attention for Faith Tourism
Excavation work for 2025 has begun at the ancient city of Lystra, located in the Meram Botsa and Hatunsaray regions. This site holds great significance not only for Anatolia but also for world and Christian history.
Ancient City of Savatra Enhances Konya’s Global Recognition
The excavations at the Ancient City of Savatra, led by Assoc. Professor Ilker Işık from Selçuk University’s Faculty of Letters, aim to enhance Konya’s brand value and increase its international recognition.
Ancient Silk Road Trail Revived Between Alanya and Konya
The 6-kilometer ancient road, which was historically used as part of the Silk Road between Alanya and Konya, has been opened to tourism through ongoing restoration efforts.
The History of Konya
Konya, one of the oldest cities in the world, has a rich and diverse history that dates back thousands of years. Located in the heart of Anatolia, Konya has been a significant center of civilization since prehistoric times.
Sırçalı Madrasa: A Timeless Seljuk Monument in Konya
The Sırçalı Madrasa was built in Konya between 1242 and 1243 by Bedreddin Muslih, the teacher of Sultan Alaeddin Keykubat II. It was constructed to provide religious education.