Aksaray Neyi Meşhur?
Aksaray neyiyle meşhur? Aksaray stands out with its license plate 68, Ihlara and Selime, Seljuk caravanserais, Aşıklı Höyük, Aksaray Museum, and its etli ekmek culinary culture.
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Aksaray Travel Guide: Ihlara Valley, Sultanhanı, Aşıklı Höyük, and Etli Ekmek
Short answer: Aksaray, with its license plate code 68, is best known for the Ihlara Valley, Sultanhanı Caravanserai, Selime Cathedral, Aşıklı Höyük, and its traditional etli ekmek and kebab culture.
Build your trip on four pillars
In Aksaray, most travelers divide their time between valleys and rock-cut settlements, Seljuk caravanserais, archaeology and museums, and etli ekmek and local soups. Find all listings on the Aksaray main page.
Ihlara, Selime, and underground cities
Ihlara Valley and Selime Cathedral: Ihlara Valley · Selime Cathedral · Ihlara Glass Terrace.
Caravanserais and inns: Sultanhanı Caravanserai · Ağzıkarahan · Alayhan.
Underground cities and churches: Saratlı Kırkgöz Underground City · Saint Mercurius Underground City · Kızıl Kilise (Red Church).
City center: Zinciriye Madrasah · Eğri Minare (Crooked Minaret).
All historical sites: Aksaray — historical places.
Museums and Neolithic heritage
Aşıklı Höyük and Aksaray Museum: Aşıklı Höyük · Aksaray Museum.
List: Aksaray — museums.
Parks and valley entrances
Belisırma and city parks: Belisırma Valley Entrance · Kılıçarslan Park.
List: Nature and parks.
Etli ekmek, kebap, and valley breaks
Etli ekmek: MAKAS ETLİ EKMEK · Kardeşler Etli Ekmek Salonu · Konya’lı Aydın Usta Aksaray Etliekmek.
In the valley: IHLARA VALLEY KARAKAYA RESTAURANT.
Kebab and soup: KEBAPÇI BAYRAM USTA AKSARAY · Aspava Restaurant.
Künefe and coffee: Yeşil İnci Künefe · Caffeine Coffee Aksaray.
Extensive lists: Popular restaurants, Breakfast spots, Cafes and dessert shops.
Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1 — City: Zinciriye Madrasah, museum, and etli ekmek.
Day 2 — Ihlara: Hiking, Selime Cathedral, and lunch in the valley.
Day 3 — Sultanhanı and Ağzıkarahan: Caravanserai route; Aşıklı Höyük on the way back.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aksaray's license plate and geographical location?
Aksaray's license plate is 68; it is located between Cappadocia and Lake Tuz, surrounded by volcanic valleys.Is the Ihlara Valley hike challenging?
It can involve stairs and long distances; comfortable shoes, water, and a hat are essential.How should I plan a visit to Aşıklı Höyük?
Check the opening hours of the archaeological site and museum in advance; a guided tour can be very helpful.What is the difference between etli ekmek and lahmacun?
Etli ekmek features a thicker dough and a generous meat topping; top local spots in Aksaray are detailed in our lists.
Community routes
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- Aksaray: Tarihî ve gezilecek yerlerTarihî yapılar ve şehrin öne çıkan durakları.6 stops
- Aksaray: Doğa, park ve manzaraParklar, yürüyüş ve manzara noktaları.6 stops
- Aksaray: Kafe ve lezzet duraklarıKafe, restoran ve sokak lezzetleri ile molalı bir hat.6 stops
- Aksaray: Öne çıkanlarKalan öne çıkan duraklar; çok çeşitli kategorilerden seçilmiş yarım günlük tur.6 stops
- Aksaray: Ihlara Vadisi ve SelimeIhlara Vadisi, Selime Katedrali, Belisırma vadi girişi, Ihlara cam teras ve Purenli Kilisesi; yürüyüş ayakkabısı önerilir.5 stops
- Aksaray: Yeraltı şehirleri ve kervansaraylarSaratlı Kırkgöz ve Aziz Mercurius yeraltı şehirleri, Sultanhanı ve Alayhan kervansarayları.4 stops
- Aksaray: Müze, höyük ve merkezAksaray Müzesi, Aşıklı Höyük, Kılıçarslan Parkı, şehir meydanı ve tarihi Paşa Hamamı.5 stops
- Aksaray: Medrese ve minarelerZinciriye Medresesi, Eğri ve Kızıl Minare camileri, Ulu Cami parkı ve saat kulesi.5 stops
