Historical
Saruhan Caravanserai
Estimated Visit: 1h 30mEntrance Fee: ₺400 / $13Opening Hours: Dervish ceremony: 21:00-22:00 (summer)
A beautifully restored 13th-century Seljuk caravanserai once serving Silk Road merchants. Now hosts whirling dervish ceremonies every evening, providing a mystical cultural experience.
Historical Significance
Caravanserais were medieval hotels for traders on the Silk Road, providing free food and lodging for three days. This one was built by Seljuk Sultan Izzeddin Keykavus II in 1249.
CaravanseraiSeljukSilk RoadDervishHistorical
Sarıhan Village, 6 km from Avanos
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