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Story and significance
About
Located on Kılıçarslan Hill within Aksaray, this tomb is dedicated to the Anatolian Seljuk Sultan Kılıçarslan II.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
Aksaray, where Kılıçarslan II spent the last periods of his life, keeps the memory of this great sultan alive. The tomb structure showcases the simple and dignified funerary architecture of the Seljuk era in Türkiye.
It is possible to view the scenery of Aksaray from the hill and breathe in the historical atmosphere.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Historic sites
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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This historical Seljuk-era minaret in Aksaray city center resembles the Leaning Tower of Pisa due to its inclined structure. It is also known as the Red Minaret.
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Zinciriye Medrese
This historical madrasa from the Karamanoğlu period in the center of Aksaray is an educational building notable for its cut-stone architecture and porticoed courtyard.