Konya Archaeological Museum
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Taner
Izmir, Türkiye868 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Konya Archeology Museum was put into service in 1962. Artifacts from the Neolithic, Early Bronze, Hittite, Phrygian, Greek, Roman and Byzantine Periods are exhibited. The Museum, where the artifacts unearthed during the excavations in Çatalhöyük, Canhasan, Erbaba, Sızma, Karahöyük and Alaeddin Hill and the Roman Era Sarcophagi are exhibited, is open to visitors every day of the week except Mondays.
Written March 6, 2024
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spedubec
Bologna, Italy5,355 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
The highlight of the visit to this museum is the room of Hellenistic sarcophagi which is located immediately after the entrance. The rectangular-based sarcophagi are splendid, covered in bas-reliefs on all four sides. Then there are other rooms with less interesting finds. In the courtyard there are other stone and marble pieces. The overall neglect and shabbiness of the structure are striking: yes, vintage is in fashion, but a few display signs written in a language other than Turkish wouldn't go amiss.
Written January 25, 2024
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Phaedy
Dallas, TX23 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
If you love archaeology and sarcophagi, this is a great experience. Otherwise, give this one a miss. The best part of this museum was the security guard, who was clearly irritated when we arrived at 4, even though the museum closed at five. He threw open the door, and dramatically turned on the lights. Then 20 minutes later he came back and asked if we were finished because they were closing in 15 minutes. At 4:35. Hmmmm. I found this amusing though my parents were annoyed. Anyways, my mom loves archaeology and loved this place but for the average tourist who likes easily digestible exhibits, this cold dusty place is not for you.
Written December 29, 2013
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GokhanOktar
Ankara, Türkiye25 contributions
Oct 2019
The sarcophagi inside the museum are unbelievable. Theye are as if made by the gods. While visiting Konya if you miss them, be sure you would be missing the most beautiful moments in your life... Things other than tombs in the museum will be bonus for you. To visit is for free.
Written October 28, 2019
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gezerayak
Bremen, Germany83 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
Building of the Konya Archaeological Museum is old and a bit neglected, but the findings displayed in the museum have great importance for history and they are very beautiful, especially sarcophagus of from Roman Era. There are also findings from Çatalhöyük excavation which have great importance to understand the neolithic village.
There is not enough information about artifacts, especially on Roman findings a renovation in displays looks necessary, but it is a must see place if you are interested in archeology and history. One important thing, entrance to the museum is free.
There is not enough information about artifacts, especially on Roman findings a renovation in displays looks necessary, but it is a must see place if you are interested in archeology and history. One important thing, entrance to the museum is free.
Written November 30, 2018
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hava1969
62 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
Not very big but still very rich museum, I was tires and still couldn't leave.
It's a bit hard to find, use GPS or local driver.
Very nice people are working there.
The entrance is free.
It's a bit hard to find, use GPS or local driver.
Very nice people are working there.
The entrance is free.
Written August 27, 2018
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Helena B
Cape Town Central, South Africa451 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
The museum displays artefacts from various periods in human history. The artefacts are well displayed and descriptions are informative. At the entrance we received a very informative leaflet describing the history and periods on display in the museum - in English. If you have visited Catal Hoyuk you will appreciate all the objects from the site on did[play here. Do not miss the garden are where you will find various sarcophagus. From Aladdin's Hill walk down Sircali Mah. Street and turn into Sahip Ata Street. Closed on Mondays.
Written December 7, 2016
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gypsysing
Singapore, Singapore109 contributions
Aug 2015 • Business
It was really hard to find the place and not too many people spoke English but we finally found it in an obscure, very unassuming neighborhood. Despite the heat and the walk from the old town it was worth the visit. It is set in a small building with a partially vine covered garden. They have remarkable pieces of Roman and Greek era sarcophagi and mosaics and marble statues.
Written August 28, 2015
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Connoisseur-of-Life
Mississauga, Canada1,362 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
Find is the operative word here. We finally resorted to a taxi. There was a handout sheet in English with basic information and most exhibits do have English labelling. In addition to the exterior courtyard, there are just two rooms, the first housing an impressive collection of Roman sarcophagi, statuary and marble mosaics. We went primarily to see artifacts from Çatalhöyük displayed in the second room [which totally paled in comparison with those in the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in Ankara]. There is no café or refreshment area here or in the nearby Ethnographic Museum. This facility desperately needs an infusion of financial and professional layout assistance as it is more akin to a storage warehouse than a fee based museum.
Written August 11, 2015
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LBTravel2014
Ankara, Türkiye85 contributions
Apr 2015 • Friends
As other reviewers have noted, the museum is small, but the collection of sarcophagi and other ancient artifacts makes it worth a visit. A guide might make the visit more educational, as the limited explanations for the works are insufficient to allow for a full appreciation of what is being displayed.
Written April 29, 2015
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