Aksaray Museum
About This Museum
People come to the Aksaray Museum not just to escape the heat, but to get a real sense of the deep, layered history of this crossroads region. You can't help but be drawn to the striking Aşıklı Höyük exhibit, which brings a 10,000-year-old Neolithic village to life with its stories of early surgery and settlement. The collection feels incredibly personal, especially when you stand before the perfectly preserved mummies from the Ihlara Valley, their features and even their clothing details still visible after centuries. It’s one of those places that feels surprisingly intimate for a regional museum, leaving you with a powerful connection to the countless lives that have shaped this land.
Collection Highlights
The world's first brain surgery evidence from Aşıklı Höyük, remarkably preserved mummies from the Ihlara Valley, and intricate Seljuk and Ottoman-era artifacts found locally.
Visitor Information
It's right on Konya Cd., easy to find. The place is modern and well-organized inside, making it a perfect, manageable stop even if you only have an hour or two.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a modern, purpose-built building that's clean and functional, letting the incredible artifacts inside take center stage.
Contact & Location
Address: Aksaray Müzesi, Ankara - Adana Yolu, Hacılar Harmanı, Aksaray Merkez, Aksaray, İç Anadolu Bölgesi, 68000, Türkiye
Phone: +90 382 215 56 36
Website: Visit Website
