Story and significance
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Located in the center of the Balışeyh district, the historic Balli Baba Mosque is the most important architectural heritage surviving from the Seljuk period.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
The Balli Baba Mosque is the oldest historical building in the Balışeyh district of the Kırıkkale province. Estimated to have been built by the Seljuks in the 12th century, the mosque attracts attention with its wooden columns and ceiling craftsmanship. It bears the characteristic features of Seljuk wooden-columned mosque architecture found across Türkiye. The tomb of Balli Baba, one of the important figures of the period, is also located around the structure.
Practical notes before you go
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- Historic sites
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- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Historic sites
Balli Baba Tomb and Mosque
Located in the center of Balışeyh , the Balli Baba Tomb is the most important historic site from the Seljuk period, giving the district its name.
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Kocubaba Tomb
Located in the Kocubaba village of the Balışeyh district, this historical tomb is one of the spiritual and cultural centers of the region.
Historic sites
Kirlangic Mound
Located in the Balışeyh region, Kirlangic Mound is an archaeological site that sheds light on the ancient settlement history of the district.