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Konya Archaeological Museum

Exterior of the Archaeological Museum. Photo © Dick Osseman. View all images in our Konya Archaeological Museum Photo Gallery.
Roman sarcophagus (c.255 AD) of Hercules. Photo © Dick Osseman.
Altar with Greek inscription. Photo © Dick Osseman.

The Archaeological Museum in Konya has an excellent collection of ancient artifacts ranging from the Bronze Age to the Byzantine Era. The museum opened in its present location in 1962.

Among the displays are many ancient Roman sarcophagi, Greek altars and pottery, important inscriptions in Latin and Greek, Byzantine mosaics, and more.


Quick Facts on Konya Archaeological Museum

Site Information
Names:Konya Archaeological Museum
City:Konya
Country:Turkey
cat:Museums
Visitor and Contact Information
Location:Konya, Turkey
Coordinates:37.867655° N, 32.493321° E  (view on Google Maps)
Lodging:View hotels near this location
Note: This information was accurate when first published and we do our best to keep it updated, but details such as opening hours can change without notice. To avoid disappointment, please check with the site directly before making a special trip.

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References

  1. Konya Archaeological Museum - goTurkey.com
  2. Photos of Konya archaeological museum - Dick Osseman

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Title:Konya Archaeological Museum
Author:Holly Hayes
Last updated:10/27/2009
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