One of the Rare Structures in Anatolia That Has Preserved Its Original Form: Beyşehir Eşrefoğlu Mosque
Beyşehir Eşrefoğlu Mosque, a remarkable example of Anatolian Seljuk architecture, is one of the rare structures in the region that has preserved its original form. This historical mosque attracts the attention of both local and international tourists. Constructed in the 14th century, the mosque showcases intricate wooden craftsmanship, exquisite calligraphy, and unique architectural features that
Surface surveys have begun to locate the battlefield where the Anatolian Seljuks and the Crusaders clashed
The Turkish army, commanded by the Anatolian Seljuk Sultan I. Kılıçarslan, fought against a Crusader army of 300,000 in the triangle of Amasya, Konya, and Ereğli in 1101. The battlefield, which witnessed intense clashes where the Turks defeated the Crusader army three times within a month, will be uncovered through scientific research. Surface surveys are
Divriği Great Mosque may have been built according to the constellation Orion
Divriği Great Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, may have been built according to the constellation Orion. Divriği ulu Mosque, located in Divriği district of Sivas province, is a unique Anatolian Seljuk period work with its historical, architectural, artistic and cultural features. The work was built by the Mengücekliler principality. It was claimed that Divriği