List of places to visit in Sivas

Let’s examine the 20 most beautiful places to visit in Sivas, which has hosted civilizations with its natural beauties, as in all parts of Anatolia.

Turkey It is not easy to describe the city of Sivas , which has the second largest territory of Turkey .

I can’t say I’ve visited every part of it, but let’s talk about the natural and historical beauties of Sivas, the city of culture, with a little research. Sivas, one of the most ancient cities of Anatolia , has hosted many civilizations as it is on the silk road . In addition to its historical riches, it welcomes its visitors in the most beautiful way with its nature and spas . Even the historical places in Sivas city center that you can visit on foot carry the traces of the Seljuk and Ottoman Empires . You should spare at least two days to visit Sivas, but you can visit 3 days with its nature and history.

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If you are going to start from Sivas City Menkezin; You can start with the history of Şifaiye Madrasa, Double Minaret Madrasa, Gök Madrasa, Sivas Congress Building .

If you are going to move towards the nature of Sivas; You should also see Zara Tödürge Lake, Gurun Şuhul Valley, Gemerek Sızıl Waterfall and Eğri grass Plateau .

A Very Short History of Sivas

The beauty of its nature owes its location between Kelkit in the north, Kızılırmak in the west and Euphrates in the east . B.C. It was an important center of the Hittites period in the 2000s . The Firig has carried the historical traces of many civilizations, including Roman, Byzantine, Danışmentli, Seljuk, İlhanlı and Ottoman, to the present day.

Sivas Places to Visit List and Map

Sivas Historical Places to Visit List

Şifaiye Madrasa (in the center)
Divriği Ulu Mosque (180 km. 2.5 hours)
Buruciye Madrasa (in the center)
Sivas Ulu Mosque ( In the Center )
Kale Mosque ( In the Center )
Abdul Wahabi Gazi Mosque and Tomb (2 km. 5 minutes)
Abdi Ağa Mansion (2 km. 5 minutes)
Sivas Congress Building (in the center)
Sivas Archeology Museum (700 mt. 1 min.)
Aşık Veysel Museum ( 83 km. 1 hour 10 minutes )
Sivas Kurşunlu Bath (800 mt. 3 minutes)
Eğri Bridge (4 km. 8 km.)

Sivas List of Natural Beauties to Visit

Zara Tödürge Lake (70 km. 1 hour)
Şuğul Valley (140 km. 1 hour 50 minutes)
Kayalıpınar Ruins (42 km. 55 minutes)
Gemerek Sızır Waterfall (135 km. 1 hour, 40 minutes)
Eğriçimen Plateau (183 km. 4 hours)
Yıldız Mountain ski center (62 km. 1 hour)
Cermik Thermal Springs ( 30 km. 35 min )

1 – Double Minaret Mosque and Madrasa

In the inscription on the crown door; It is written that it was built in 1271 by Şemseddin Cüveyni, the vizier of the Ilkhanate. The madrasa, with its ornate crown door, is quite majestic and beautiful with its brick and tile-knitted minaret. Apart from its double minarets, which have survived to the present day, its other parts have undergone various restorations. The mosque, which is also one of the Seljuk masterpieces, draws attention with its two-storey and four-iwan structure. The mosque, which was also used as a madrasa, became one of the important centers where medical education was given in the period. As a hospital, many patients were cured, and the madrasah served like today’s medical faculties. The symbols of the sun and moon were engraved on the crown gate of the madrasah, which was built by Izzettin Keykavus I in 1218. With the burial of Izzettin Keykavus I, who died in 1220, the south side was turned into a tomb.

There are plants and geometric figures from the Seljuk period, especially at the Stone Gate. Sivas should be at the top of the list of places to visit.

2 – Divrigi Great Mosque Healing

Sivas Divrigi Great Mosque is such a place! I couldn’t put it at the end of my Sivas Places to Visit list. This work, which became famous all over the world with its prayer shadow, is known as the diamond of Anatolia. So that! Divriği Ulucami, the masterpiece of Turkish-Islamic civilization, which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, is 180 km from Sivas . It was built in 1228 by the wife of Ahmet Shah, Melike Sultan, in the Mengücek principality during the Seljuk period.

Detailed Where is Sivas Divrigi Ulu Mosque and information about itCheck out my post too.

Divriği Ulu Mosque , which I can’t get enough of, was started in 1228 and finished in 1243. Its architect is Ahlatlı Hürrem Shah, known as Muhlisoğlu. While the great mosque was built by Ahmet Shah, the son of Süleyman Şah, the healing section was built by Melike Turan. Even Evliya Çelebi , when he saw it, wanted to say, “Tongues are barren, pencils are broken” , that is, he could not find words to praise and say that words are not enough to write.

An unprecedented masterpiece in stonework. So that! Although the engravings on them are similar to each other, each one is different. There are thousands of stone engravings that do not repeat themselves.

3 – Buruciye Madrasa

It was built in 1271 by Hibetullah Burucerdioğlu Muzafferoğlu during the reign of Gıyasettin Keyhüsrev III, one of the Anatolian Seljuk Sultans. It is among the top works of stone carving of the Seljuk period.Buruciye Madrasaused for science education. The madrasa, also known as the Cross of Mes-ud Madrasa, was restored in 2005. In the madrasa , astronomy, chemistry and physics lessons were given by Muzaffer Burucerdi , who came from near Iran . The madrasa, which has Seljuk architectural features, was built as two floors and four iwans. You can walk through the Medrese Çifti minaret mosque, which is located in the historical city square in the city center.

4 – Sivas Ulu Mosque

The Sivas Ulu Mosque , which was built in 1196 by Kutbettin Melikşah, the son of Kılıçarslan II, Sultan of the Anatolian Seljuk State , is still in use. It is one of the first mosques of Anatolia. So That! It is from the period when gubbe logic was not formed yet. It is thought to have been built between 1085 and 1178 during the period of the consultants. During the restoration work carried out in 1955, its epitaph was found. According to the inscription, it was built by Kul Ahi by Kızılarslan bin İbrahim in the period of Kubbettin Melikşah in 1196. During my visit to Sivas, I performed the Friday prayer here. It was quite impressive with its history and spirituality.

5 – Kale Mosque

Kale Mosque was built by Mahmut Pasha, one of the viziers of Murat the 3rd, in 1580 . There is a Charity stone made for the use of those in need at that time . Those in need of this charity stone, where wealth people left money , would receive these alms as much as they needed. It is very interesting that it is an Ottoman mosque and coexists with other Seljuk and Republican period mosques.

6 – Abdul Wahabi Ghazi Mosque and Tomb

In the Sivas Upper Lodge Cemetery, Şemsi Vahebi Hz. Like Mevlana and Yunus, he taught love and brotherhood with his vast tolerance.

7 – Sivas Culture House Abdi Ağa Mansion;

The oldest and still standing mansion of the city is Abdi Ağa Mansion . It is the best example of old Turkish houses. The mansion built by Abdul Vahabi Efendi Ali Agha from Sivas in 1827 was donated by his grandchildren to be used as a cultural house . This mansion with two floors and 12 rooms is open to visitors. You enter by taking off your shoes with its garden with pool. You walk around with the slippers given by a staff member under his guidance. You can get an idea about the life of a mansion while seeing the lives of the period and the items used.

8 – Sivas Congress Building and Ethnography Museum

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk had come to Sivas on September 2, 1919 to start the National Struggle in Anatolia. The building, which was a High School at the time, was used as the Congress Building and Atatürk stayed here for 108 days. Visual presentations are made in every room of the building, which is used as a congress and ethnography museum . It takes you to that date with audio and visual narrations. You can also visit the room where Atatürk stayed. Sivas Congress building, which is free to enter, is quite crowded and attracts attention. The Congress Building in Sivas Cumhuriyet Square is across from Selçuk Park. You can visit between 09:00 in the morning and 17:00 in the evening.

9 – Sivas Archeology Museum

The museum, which was opened in 2009, is among the largest museums of central Anatolia. It was built by Governor Ahmed Muammer Bey in 1914 as a School Industrial Workshop . It has been converted into a museum by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture. In the Archeology Museum, which serves as the largest museum in Central Anatolia , mammal fossils dating back 9 million years attract a lot of attention. B.C. It is possible to see many historical artifacts from the 5500 and 3000 BC, from the Hittites, Roman, Byzantine and Seljuk periods.

Sivas Archeology Museum Entrance Fee 2020

Admission Free

Where is Hatay Archeology Museum ?

Address: Yüceyurt, Rahmi Günay Cd., 58040 Sivas Merkez/Sivas
Location : Full location Click for

Hatay Archeology Museum Visiting Hours 2020

Summer Period April 15 – October 1
– Opening Time: 08:00
– Closing Time: 19:00

Winter Period October 1 – April 15
Opening Time: 08:00
Closing Time: 17:00

10 – Aşık Veysel Museum

Aşık Veysel and his folk songs, which have permeated the society, originated from this ancient city. Sivas folk poet Aşık Veysel Şatıroğlu keeps his legacy alive in this museum, which he opened in his name. It is located in the village of Sivrialan in the town of Şarkışla . At home, you can see Aşık Veysel’s photos, life and personal household items. 83 km from Sivas. It is 1 hour and 10 minutes away and is located in the village, The road is a little rough from time to time. Since it is far away, it does not have many visitors and is closed. The village headman calls the phone number on the door and opens it.

11 – Sivas Baths

Its historical baths are as famous as its thermal springs. You can see the importance given to cleanliness by the Islamic world in these modern baths of the period. Kurşunlu historical bath, which was built by Behram Pasha in 1576, is still in use. The coldness and warmth sections of Mehmet Ali Hamam also keep the classical Ottoman hamam style alive. There is a modern cooling pool right next to the historical bath.

The bath is still in use today. You can experience history with its historical structure, cut stones and marbles.

The bath, which opens at 06.30 in the morning, is open until 23.30 at night.
The phone number is (0346) 222 13 78
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12 – Curved Bridge

It is known to belong to the Seljuk period. This large 18-eyed bridge has pointed arches. The Eğri Bridge, which is still intact, is 180 meters long and 4.5 meters wide. 3 km from the city center. The bridge near it is used for pedestrian use. It is not known who built the bridge, which is a Seljuk architecture. It is said that the reason for making the curve is to prevent it from being destroyed in flood situations.

13 – Zara Tödürge Lake

It is a large lake formed naturally in Sivas. Tödürge Lake , which is located between Hafik and Zara districts, hosts many migratory birds. There are many facilities in and around the lake, which nature and bird watchers visit. You can eat trout in fish restaurants . The prices are a little high, I would say ask for the price up front. Zara Tödürge Lake and its surroundings on the Erzincan road are a natural wonder, you can go for a place to take a break and relax, or for a picnic and barbecue . You can spend a nice day in the lake where you can fish . 70 km from the center of Sivas . Zara Tödürge lake, which is 1 hour away, location Click for

14 – Gurun Sugul Valley

Şuğul Valley is one of the places you should definitely see if you come to Gurun. Recently, a walking path has been built in order to walk around the canyon. It is 140 km from Sivas Center . The valley, which is 1 hour and 55 minutes away, is on the Malatya road. With the 15 km walking track , you also encounter small waterfalls in Tohma Stream . It has a large parking lot with picnic areas, toilets and a mosque. There is no market or facility. I say take something with you. The valley has a long and very tiring track.

15 – Kayalıpınar ruins

Hatuşaş, the capital of the Hittites, and Sivas are one of the important city centers. Boğazköy became the center of trade convoys of the Alaca mound Kayalıpınar ruins period. It is understood from the money and inscriptions found. It’s about the color places museum card It is not necessary, but it would be better to have it with you for Sivas in general.

16 – Gemerek Sızır Waterfall

Sızır Waterfalls , known for its forest waterfall, natural water resources and historical places, is 135 km from Sivas. 2 hours away. You can spend a peaceful and pleasant time in nature in and around the waterfall. There is also a cafe and a tea garden around the waterfall, I can say that the prices are reasonable, but the surroundings need some arrangement.

17 – Eğriçimen Plateau

It is 29 km from Koyulhisar town. one of the most beautiful places of Yayla Mountain. It is 183 km and 2.5 hours away from Sivas center. The lush nature of the highland houses lined up one after the other gives people a generous pleasure. The nature is wonderful, but too many houses have been built. It’s like coming out of the highland air. There are different kinds of fish in the lake. No fish are caught, but those who come can spend time feeding the fish. Picnic and barbecue areas are available.

18 – Yıldız Mountain Ski Center

Yıldız Mountain Ski Center, which is 60 km away from Sivas, has snow on average 5 months of the year as a winter sports center. Yıldız Mountain, which started to attract attention as winter sports, is at an altitude of 2550 meters. The facility is quite modern. It has tracks of various difficulties. There are many people coming from other provinces such as Tokat, other than Sivas. Prices are quite affordable. I am Bursa and Kartepe I also ski. I can say that the prices are very very cheap compared to these places. You can enjoy skiing all winter at the Yıldız Mountain Ski Center located in the hotels .

You can rent skis for 50 TL per day. The student has 40 TL skis.
A chairlift costs 7 TL, student 4 TL.
5 exits are 35 TL, students are 25 TL.
Seasonal fees are like 500 TL.

19 – Gurun Gokpinar Lake

147 km from Sivas. Gokpinar Lake , which is 2 hours away , is a natural wonder place where the public and its visitors will have a pleasant and peaceful time with the recent environmental arrangements. Its green and clear lake, which is intertwined with nature, is within the borders of Yelken village of Gürün district. A clear lake where you can watch all the plants and fish at a depth of 15 meters like an aquarium. It gives a visual pleasure with its sparkling water that has managed to preserve its naturalness today. There are various hiking trails and many cafes and restaurants around the lake . This is a nice place to relax in nature. It even has a small hotel to spend a night here in this nature.

20 – Health-giving spas of Sivas

It has cured many ailments, from skin diseases to rheumatism, to the treatment of stomach and intestinal diseases.

It is 30 km from Sivas . Hot Çermik and Cold Çermik Thermal living centers await their visitors. In the fish spa in Kangal district, it is possible to get rid of all your skin diseases thanks to its 10 cm fish as well as its healing water. This fish spa is known as the only place on earth where psoriasis is treated. It is also used in the treatment of acne, eczema and wounds. There are many hotels and facilities in thermal springs that heal with its sulfurous water. You can also enjoy the daily pools. There are also picnic and recreation areas in the surrounding area.

Kangal Kalkım Balıklı Çermiği was determined as a tourism center in 2010 with its Balıklı thermal spring and serves as a thermal spring. The center, whose fame spreads abroad, has thousands of visitors.

Sivas Kangal Dogs

Even the famous Kangal Dogs, which have become world famous and have become the brand of Sivas, even the traveler Evliye Çelebi said in his travel book “They are as big and strong as a lion”. While writing about the places to visit in Sivas, I couldn’t stop talking about the world-renowned Sivas Kangal dogs.

Sivas Local Dishes

Let’s take a look at the food culture and flavors of Anatolia and Sivas.

You can start with the famous Peskutan Soup .
You can continue with Sivas meatballs or Sivas kebab with vegetables.
After the Madımak vaccination meal, you can finish with the Date Dessert .
Cooked in the city’s stone ovens. You can taste different Anatolian flavors with oven katmer, oven bun and cauldron bagel .

There are so many nature and historical places to visit in Sivas ! I tried to write some of the main ones briefly.

Where and what to eat in Sivas? Restaurant and Diner map 2020

You can see the price, location, communication and comments by choosing the place you want with the Sivas restaurants and restaurants map . Where and what to eat in Sivas? When we look at it , there are food options suitable for every budget with varying prices in the restaurants and restaurants where you can find all the local flavors of the region .

Historical City, Places to Visit in Sivas