Konya Attractions

 
Central Anatolia

This famous oasis bordering the mountains and a former capital of the Seljuk Empire lies at the heart of the Anatolian steppes. Major irrigation projects have created fertile land around the city and produce includes fruit, vegetables and sugar beet. Wheat is the main crop and rearing livestock also plays an important part in the local economy, in particular Anatolian fat-rump sheep. As early as the 13th century Konya was making carpets. It was the first carpet-making center in the Islamic world and even Marco Polo enthused over the quality of the product.
Picture of Mevlana Tekkesi

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The unique green tower with a conical roof marks the tomb of Mevlana Celaleddin, a philosopher and theologian. It has become the symbol of Konya.

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Konya Surroundings

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The abandoned village of Obruk is known for its giant sinkhole that is 200-230 m wide and contains water to a depth of 145 m.

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Sille is a renowned destination for those looking to purchase finely woven carpets. The foundations of St Helena's are also located here, which is said to be the oldest church in the world.

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The salty Tuz Gölü covers an area of 1,500 sq.km and is Turkey's second largest lake. Each year it practically dries up and salt is commercially harvested here.
Rooftops of the Mevlana mosque in Konya.Mevlana Tekkesi, Konya
The famous green top of Mevlana mosque in Konya.Mevlana Tekkesi, Konya
The central square and Mevlana mosque in Konya.Konya
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