Koyunoğlu City Museum and Library
Travel Point Overview
One of the largest museums and libraries in Konya, the Koyunoğlu City Museum and Library operates under the Konya Metropolitan Municipality. With its rich collection and cultural heritage, it serves as a unique center for history enthusiasts and researche
Koyunoğlu City Museum and Library – Konya
📍 Location: Konya, Turkey
📅 Established by: Konya Metropolitan Municipality
🏛 Highlights: Archaeological artifacts, ethnographic collections, manuscripts, extensive library
Konya’s Cultural Memory
One of the largest museums and libraries in Konya, the Koyunoğlu City Museum and Library operates under the Konya Metropolitan Municipality. With its rich collection and cultural heritage, it serves as a unique center for history enthusiasts and researchers.
The museum has expanded by integrating the Historic Konya House Museum and Library, creating a vast cultural complex. With a spacious 3,000-square-meter exhibition area, it captivates visitors through its archaeology, ethnography, and natural history sections.
Museum Sections and Exhibits
🏺 Ground Floor – Traces of History and Civilization
🔹 Archaeological Artifacts from Anatolian Civilizations
🔹 Coins from the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Periods
🔹 Calligraphy and Manuscripts
🔹 Natural History Section and Thematic Exhibits
🖼 First Floor – Cultural Heritage and Art
🔸 Ethnographic Artifacts – Traditional clothing, jewelry, and daily life objects from the Ottoman and Seljuk periods
🔸 Carpet and Kilim Collection – Rare woven pieces from various regions of Anatolia
🔸 Prayer Bead Collection – Exquisite rosaries made of precious stones
🔸 Manuscript Collection – A library with 35,000 volumes, including books from the Ottoman and Seljuk periods
📚 Library Section – A Treasure of Knowledge
✅ Handwritten manuscripts and rare works
✅ Extensive resources on history, literature, science, and art
✅ A vital archive for researchers and academics
Why Visit?
✅ Offers a deep insight into Anatolia’s history with its rich collection
✅ Allows visitors to closely examine traces of the past through ethnographic artifacts
✅ Houses an extensive library containing rare manuscripts and historical works
✅ Provides a unique experience of Ottoman and Seljuk art
✅ Holds a significant place among Konya’s historical landmarks and museums
Visitor Information
📅 Opening Days: Open every day except Sunday
📍 How to Get There: Use the Advisormapp app to find the easiest route to the museum
Your Gateway to History and Culture!
The Koyunoğlu City Museum and Library offers a unique cultural experience, covering archaeology, ethnography, manuscripts, and art.
📍 If you want to explore traces of the past and take a journey through Anatolia’s rich history, be sure to visit the Koyunoğlu City Museum and Library in Konya! 🏛✨
