Explore Konya
Konya is located south of Ankara in Turkey,s Central Anatolia region, it serves as a pilgrimage destination site, specifically the Sufis.The tomb of Jelaleddin Rumi is the distinct focus of such pilgrimages, who was the founder of the Mevlana Order, that,s found within the Mevlana Museum.East if the museum, sema whirling derfish ceremonies take place at the Mevlana Cultural Center.
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Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant Meal 20 TRY, Mid-range Restaurant 74 TRY, Combo Meal 25 TRYDrinks
Water 0,90 - 3 TRY, Beer 6 - 20 TRY, Coke/Pepsi 2,50 - 4 TRY, Cappuccino 6 - 10 TRY, A Bottle of wine 30 - 70 TRY, Whisky 125 TRY
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 4 TRY, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 3,50 TRYGeneral Transport
MiniBuses; public Buses; trams and taxis can be used to explore Konya.Walking is good alternative if you want see the city without having to be stuck in traffic.The plastic card ,Konya Elkart, is needed to access public transport and it costs 1,5 TRY to buy it.It,s a good idea to charge it once it,s been bought.Cars are a common trasnport type here.Things to do in Konya
The Mevlana Museum here is home to exhibits of art, relics, antiques and the tomb of Rumi, an islamic poet and scholar from the 13th century.A Cornerstone of Turkish culture is their Whirling Dervishes, a spiritual ceremony men partake in that awes any who watch.The Aziziye Mosque holds a unique and mesmerizing appearance on the in and outside, a place to catch a glimpse of at least once.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
(Turkey) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Turkey:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Rabies
- Anthrax and Polio.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Turkey: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
- TDAP (Tetanus
- Diphtheria & Pertussis)
- Chickenpox
- Shingles
- Pneumonia
- Influenza and Meningitis.
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- (Turkey) Sunblock and Hat
- Anti-Theft Backpack
- Modest Clothes
- Swimsuit
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera gear
- Adapter for Turkey
- Sarong / scarf or something similar and a First Aid Kit.
