Kirsehir Attractions
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Central Anatolia
In a small valley between extensive agricultural land at the southwestern edge of the Bozok plain (Bozok Yaylesi) and 20km/12.5mi from the River Kizilirmak lies the prosperous provincial capital of Kirsehir. Nearby thermal springs have led to the development of tourist spas, e.g. Karakurt (15km/9.5mi) and Terme (12km/7.5mi).
The town acquired its charter in Byzantine times under Justinian and it was originally called Justinianopolis or Mokyssos. The Seljuks recognized its importance as a trading center and it was known as Gülsehir (Rose Town). The name Kirsehir was first encountered in the 14th century when it became a center for the politically influential, religious Ahi brotherhood (Akhiyyet) which grew out of a craft guild. They remained a powerful force until the 18th century.
In a small valley between extensive agricultural land at the southwestern edge of the Bozok plain (Bozok Yaylesi) and 20km/12.5mi from the River Kizilirmak lies the prosperous provincial capital of Kirsehir. Nearby thermal springs have led to the development of tourist spas, e.g. Karakurt (15km/9.5mi) and Terme (12km/7.5mi).
The town acquired its charter in Byzantine times under Justinian and it was originally called Justinianopolis or Mokyssos. The Seljuks recognized its importance as a trading center and it was known as Gülsehir (Rose Town). The name Kirsehir was first encountered in the 14th century when it became a center for the politically influential, religious Ahi brotherhood (Akhiyyet) which grew out of a craft guild. They remained a powerful force until the 18th century.
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