Konya,Turkey

• Mevlana Museum (Mevlana Mausoleum) - shrine of Rumi and museum of Sufi artifacts
• Alaeddin Hill and Alaeddin Mosque - central historic hill and Seljuk-era mosque
• Karatay Medrese (Tile Museum) - famous for turquoise Seljuk tiles
• Ince Minareli Medrese - ornate stone-carved portal and museum
• Selimiye Mosque - large Ottoman-era mosque in Konya
• Çatalhöyük (nearby) - Neolithic archaeological site (day trip)
• Sille Village - traditional Greek village with rock-cut houses and churches
• Whirling Dervish Performances and Mevlevi Lodge (Koranes) - live Sema ceremonies

• Outstanding Seljuk architecture and turquoise tilework
• Deep spiritual and Sufi cultural heritage centered on Rumi
• Regular Sema (whirling dervish) ceremonies and mystical music
• Vast Central Anatolian plains and agricultural landscapes
• Proximity to Neolithic Çatalhöyük offering prehistoric insights

• Attend a Sema (Whirling Dervish) ceremony at the Mevlana cultural centers or dedicated venues
• Visit the Mevlana Museum and learn about Rumi and Mevlevi order artifacts
• Explore Seljuk monuments: Alaeddin Mosque, Karatay Medrese, Ince Minareli Medrese
• Day trip to Çatalhöyük for Neolithic archaeology
• Stroll through Sille Village and visit its historic churches and rock houses
• Taste local cuisine (see practical tips) and visit markets for handicrafts
• Cycle or walk around the city parks and Alaeddin Hill for panoramic views

• Mevlana Commemoration (December 17) - anniversary of Rumi’s death with ceremonies and cultural events
• Konya International Mystic Music Festival (varies annually)
• Local cultural and arts festivals highlighting Seljuk heritage and folk music
• Regular weekly or monthly Sema performances at cultural centers

Spring (April–May) and Autumn (September–October) for mild weather and comfortable sightseeing; December 10–17 for Mevlana commemoration (cold weather expected).

Continental climate: hot, dry summers (June–August); cold, often snowy winters (December–February). Shoulder seasons are mild and pleasant.

Konya Airport (KYA) connects to Istanbul and select domestic routes; Konya is also served by high‑speed trains from Ankara and Istanbul (Konya station). Intercity buses connect to major Turkish cities. Within the city, trams, buses, taxis, and walking are convenient; many central sites are clustered and pedestrian‑friendly.

2–3 days to see main city highlights; add 1 day for a trip to Çatalhöyük or Sille (total 3–4 days for a relaxed visit).

Dress modestly when visiting religious sites (cover shoulders and knees). Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection (hat/sunscreen) in summer, and warm layers plus waterproof jacket in winter. A light scarf can be useful for entering some mosques.

Try etli ekmek (thin meat flatbread), local kebabs, bamya (okra dishes), and traditional desserts such as künefe and cezerye. Buy Seljuk-style tiles, handmade ceramics, carpets, prayer beads, and Mevlana-themed souvenirs (books, music, Sufi items).