Mevlâna MuseumAttraction
Mevlâna Museum
The former lodge of the Mevlevi order, with the tomb of Rumi under a turquoise-tiled dome.
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AirportsKonya Airport (KYA) is in Selçuklu district. A high-speed rail line also links Konya with Ankara and Istanbul.
Getting aroundTram, taxis and buses. The main sights in the centre are close together.
CurrencyTurkish lira (TRY)
Best monthsSpring and autumn. Summer days are hot and winters are cold with snow.
Konya in brief
Konya is a major city on the southwestern edge of the Central Anatolian Plateau in Türkiye. It lies at an elevation of about 1,000 m and is the capital of Konya Province.
Under the Seljuks the city was the capital of the Sultanate of Rum. The poet and mystic Rumi, also called Mevlâna, spent his last years here, and his followers founded the Mevlevi order, known for the whirling dervishes.
The city has a cold semi-arid climate with little rain. Visitors come mainly for the Mevlâna Museum, the Seljuk buildings around Alaeddin Hill and the Neolithic site of Çatalhöyük nearby.
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Mevlâna Museum
Alaeddin Mosque and HillAttraction
Alaeddin Mosque and Hill
A Seljuk mosque on the hill in the city centre, with tombs of Seljuk sultans in its courtyard.
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Karatay MadrasaAttraction
Karatay Madrasa
A madrasa completed in 1251, now a museum of Seljuk tiles with a dome covered in black and turquoise tilework.
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İnce Minare MadrasaAttraction
İnce Minare Madrasa
A 13th-century Seljuk madrasa with a carved stone portal, now the Museum of Stone and Wood Art.
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Sille
ÇatalhöyükAttraction
Çatalhöyük
A Neolithic settlement on the Konya Plain, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2012.
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Photo: Mevlâna Museum — Bernard Gagnon (CC BY-SA 3.0); Alaeddin Mosque and Hill — Bernard Gagnon (CC BY-SA 3.0); Karatay Madrasa — Satirdan kahraman (CC BY-SA 4.0); İnce Minare Madrasa — Bernard Gagnon (CC BY-SA 3.0); Sille — Dosseman (CC BY-SA 4.0); Çatalhöyük — Verity Cridland (CC BY 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons
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Airport transfer from Konya Airport (KYA)A pre-booked car from arrivals to your hotel in the city. Alternatives are an airport shuttle bus or a taxi from the terminal.
Getting around KonyaThe Konya tram serves the city and the main sights lie close together in the centre. Taxis cover the rest, including trips to Sille.
Car rentalA hire car suits Çatalhöyük, which lies outside the city. In the centre, taxis and the tram are easier than parking.
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Around Alaeddin Hill
The historic centre, close to the mosque, the Karatay Madrasa and the İnce Minare Madrasa. Suits visitors who want to walk to the Seljuk sights.
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Near the Mevlâna Museum
The area around Rumi’s tomb, with many hotels and a busy pilgrim atmosphere. Suits those who want an early visit to the museum.
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Near the railway station
Close to the high-speed train station. Suits travellers arriving from Ankara or Istanbul by train.
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Meram
A suburb known for waterside picnic spots and a quieter setting. Suits those who want a calmer base.
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Konya day by day
- Day 1: Rumi and the centreThe Mevlâna Museum in the morning, then the Karatay Madrasa, the İnce Minare Madrasa and Alaeddin Hill in the afternoon.
- Day 2: ÇatalhöyükA trip out to the Neolithic site and its museum on the Konya Plain, then back to the city.
- Day 3: Sille and MeramThe old village of Sille, then Meram for a walk by the water in the evening.
- With a fourth dayJoin a Saturday sema ceremony at the Mevlana Cultural Centre, or take the high-speed train to Ankara.
Local tips
- Dress modestly for the Mevlâna Museum and the mosques. Shoulders and knees should be covered.
- Konya is cold in winter and snow is common. Bring warm clothes between December and February.
- Summer nights are cool even after hot days, so bring a light layer.
- Sema ceremonies are held on Saturdays at the Mevlana Cultural Centre. Check the programme before you plan your stay.
- Çatalhöyük is outside the city, so plan transport in advance.
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Spring and autumn are the best months, and two or three days cover the Mevlâna Museum, the Seljuk centre and Çatalhöyük. The airport is Konya Airport (KYA), and a high-speed rail line also links the city with Ankara and Istanbul.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need in Konya?
Two days cover the Mevlâna Museum and the Seljuk buildings in the centre. A third day allows a trip to Çatalhöyük or Sille.
How do I get to Konya from Ankara or Istanbul?
High-speed trains run to Konya from both cities. Konya Airport also has flights from Istanbul.
Can I see the whirling dervishes in Konya?
Sema ceremonies are held on Saturdays at the Mevlana Cultural Centre. Check the programme for the date you visit.
Is Konya cold in winter?
Yes. Winters are cold with snow, and the record low is below minus 26 degrees Celsius.
Is Çatalhöyük close to Konya?
It lies south-east of the city on the Konya Plain. It is usually visited as a half-day or day trip.