Karaman City Guide

The city of Karaman, which you can easily reach with Karaman bus ticket opportunities, is located in the southernmost part of the Central Anatolian region. The city, whose history dates back to 8,000 BC, was an important trade center during the Hittites. The city, which later came under the rule of both Phrygians and Lydians, was declared as the capital in 1256. The city, which was connected to Konya after the proclamation of the republic, was accepted as the 70th city of Turkey in 1989.

In the city known as the agricultural city, the industrial sector has also developed and accordingly the economic resources of the city have increased considerably. The city, which is highly developed in terms of religious tourism, is home to many holy sites. Looking at the climatic characteristics of the city, it is observed that the summer months are hot and dry, and the winter months are cold and rainy. For this reason, the most ideal times to visit the city are considered to be spring and summer months. It is also recommended that you spend at least 2 days in the city to explore the city ideally. Many festivals and events are organized in the city in spring and summer, and thanks to these events, it is possible to interact with the locals and try local flavors. You can buy your ticket for transportation to the city by browsing the Karaman bus ticket opportunities.

Karaman Museum

Karaman Museum, which stands out when it comes to places to visit in Karaman, should be visited both to better understand the history of the city and to see many historical buildings in place. As a result of the excavations in all the ancient regions in and around the city, many artifacts have been unearthed and each of these artifacts has been moved to the museum in a sheltered way and started to be exhibited. Historical artifacts reflecting many periods from ancient times to the Republican period attract the attention of history buffs. In the museum, which also has 2 exhibition halls, you may consider including the museum in your travel plans in order to see many works and take lots of photos.

Aktekke Town Square

Aktekke Town Square, which is considered the largest square of the city, is also known as the square where the pulse of the city beats. There are many shops and businesses that will meet everything you need on the square, which always has a lively and energetic atmosphere. You can also visit the souvenir shops in the square, which is visited by both the locals and the people visiting the city in every season of the year. You can buy gifts for your loved ones from these shops, and you can also have the opportunity to try local flavors from various restaurants.

Zeyve Market

The history of Zeyve Pazarı, which has managed to make a name for itself in the lists of places to visit in Karaman, dates back to 600 years ago. There are around 300 plane trees in this market, which has never been seen before. Having managed to impress everyone who sees it thanks to its cold water, natural beauties and residential areas, Pazar continues its services around June and October. Fruits and vegetables grown by the locals are sold to both local and foreign visitors during these months. Handicraft products reflecting the cultural characteristics of the region are also sold in the market. When you come to visit the city of Karaman, you can stop by this market to buy organic fruits and vegetables and consider buying many handmade products to gift your loved ones.

Kugulu Park

As one of the city's most popular parks, Kuğulu Park is one of the locals' favorite parks to spend time in during the spring and summer months. There are many cafes and tea gardens in the park, so people can visit this park to relax and have a pleasant time. In addition, since there are children's playgrounds and walking tracks in the park, it is possible to take pleasant walks and have fun with your children.

Ermenek Turquoise Dam

It is quite interesting that this dam, which is approximately 160 km away from the city center, is located entirely in greenery and has a turquoise color. While everyone who sees the combination of green color and turquoise tones manages to fascinate, this place is also ideal for taking lots of photos and getting fresh air. The dam, which has an important place in terms of energy production, has a body of 272 thousand cubic meters. In the area where the dam is located, it is possible to have a picnic, try various water sports such as sailing and diving, and have a pleasant time in the water with water bikes. Canoeing and boating are also common here. Moreover, it is very easy to reach here via Karaman Bus Terminal.

İncesu Cave

City İncesu Cave, located in Taşkale town, has a length of 1356 meters. There are both travertine pools, stalactites and stalagmites inside the cave, which was formed completely naturally, thus creating a magnificent visual feast. It is also possible to encounter traces of settlements reflecting the Roman period in the vicinity of the cave. It is also said that the water in the cave is healing for many diseases, so the cave is widely visited by heart patients and asthma patients. It is possible to walk around the cave, which has a height of 6 m, without any difficulty. You can choose to include this place in your plans both to benefit from the healing water and to closely examine the traces of the past.

Manazan Caves

The caves, which are considered as one of the historical symbols of the city of Karaman, are located approximately 40 km from the city center. There are also many carved chambers made by human hands here, and the limestone cliffs attract a lot of attention. The caves, whose history dates back to the Byzantine Empire periods, offer the opportunity to examine a kind of apartment model with how many passages they have. The cave rooms, which were used for completely different purposes when they were built, were also used as chapels. Although it has faced various wear and tear situations until today, the general appearance of the caves and the rooms inside manage to attract attention.

Gödet Hidden Paradise

This place is located in the center of the city, which is ideal to fully enjoy the magnificent nature air and to examine the historical ruins closely. Here you can both spend quiet and peaceful times with your loved ones and take nature walks. There is also a dam where you can fish. It should be noted that Gödet Saklı Cennet, which is frequently visited by the locals in spring and summer to get away from the city crowd and relax, also attracts the attention of photography enthusiasts. If you are planning to come to this city, especially in spring or summer, it is recommended that you stop by here and enjoy nature. It is both easy and comfortable to reach here via Karaman Bus Terminal.