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Things to see in Konya (Turkey): 21 places and when to go
Konya is a city in Turkey with around 919,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Mountains (9), History (5). The best known are Çatalhöyük, Mevlâna Museum and Alâeddin Mosque. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 37.877, 32.4731
- Population
- About 919,000
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Mountains (9) · History (5) · Museums and art (2) · Temples (2) · Hot springs (2)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- AYT Antalya, 184 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Aladağ, at 2,329 m.
What to see in Konya
The places in and around Konya, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- ÇatalhöyükArchaeological site in Konya Province, Turkey39 km
- Mevlâna MuseumMuseum dedicated to the poet Rumi, including Rumi's tomb2.9 km
- Alâeddin MosqueMosque in Konya, central Turkey1.8 km
- LystraHistoric settlement in Konya, Turkey33 km
- İnce Minareli Medrese13th-century madrasa (and now museum) in Konya, Turkey1.6 km
- Selimiye Mosque, KonyaMosque in Konya, central Turkey2.8 km
- Boncuklu HöyükNeolithic archaeological site in Karatay, Konya, Turkey37 km
- Konya Tropical Butterfly GardenZoological garden in Konya, central Turkey8.0 km
- Zazadin HanıCaravanserai23 km
- Abaz DağıMountain in Turkey39 km
- Ağlayançal HillHill in Konya, central Turkey14 km
- AladağMountain in Konya Province, Turkey37 km
- Atağrı HillHill in Konya, central Turkey29 km
- Bozdağ TepeMountain in Konya Province, Turkey28 km
- Çınalıkoyak HillHill in Konya, central Turkey31 km
- Mount KızılörenMountain in Turkey28 km
- Modus TepeMountain in Turkey47 km
- Taşkesti HillHill in Konya, central Turkey20 km
- Gevale CastleCastle, fortress in Selçuklu District8.0 km
- Şifa Sultan HamamıHot spring bath2.2 km
- TuvaletHot spring bath4.5 km
When to go to Konya
The best time to visit Konya is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:39
- FebPossible10:35
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:03
- JunBest time14:37
- JulPossible14:23
- AugPossible13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. In September, 21 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Konya
The nearest main airport is Antalya International Airport (AYT, Antalya), 184 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Ereğli, Konya7 places145 km
- Alanya/Antalya12 places155 km
- Side9 places157 km
- Isparta8 places171 km
- Antalya59 places192 km
- Polatlı6 places192 km
And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Konya?
The best known: Çatalhöyük, Mevlâna Museum, Alâeddin Mosque, Lystra, İnce Minareli Medrese. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Konya?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23.
How do you get to Konya?
The nearest main airport is Antalya International Airport (AYT), 184 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Konya as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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