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SIVAS
Sivas is located
in the Central Anatolia Region and can be seen as the highest city and on the route
of international trade roads .It also the most mountainous district among the regions
of Central Anatolia because this province has an alititude of 1275 m.There are remarkable
monuments which came from the earliest ages related to the tribes that had nestled
by this province.
Sivas is at the crossroads of Persia and Baghdad caravan routes where was a commercial
center in the ancient times.Sivas was the capital of the Turkish Danishmend Emirs
between 1142 and 1171.After that Seljuks gained ascendance over Sivas province.At
that time Sivas went under the style of a culture center and scolarship had importance
and many buildings were built which are today can be seen.
There are numerous remains from that time including Izzeddin Keykavus Sifahanesi
similar to hospital because in those times it was a recorvery house which reflects
work of art and architecture.Seljuk Sultan wanted to construct this building which
has a beautiful and breahtaking decoration.
One of the best examples of wonderful Seljuk artistic works is Gok Medrese (theological
school) and Buruciye Medrese which were built in 1271.Another artistic monument
from Danishmend Emirate is Ulu Mosque which has a different style.You should also
visit the Cifte Minareli Medrese which is notable with its twin minarets rising
elegantly on both sides of its ornate portal.
Sivas played an important role during the War of Independance.The National Congress
derived the decision to fight for the liberalization of Turkey in 1919.The place
of Ataturk and Congress Museum were a school then and used for the congress.Nowadays,
the museum has relevant documents of the congress and war, ethngrapical finds and
local handicrafts are on display.
One of the interesting place of Sivas is Divrigi which is 165 km away from Sivas
and it`s an ancient town.Divrigi was the capital of Turkish Mungucek Emirs and has
remains from that and Byzantine period.Ulu Mosque and a citadel from that period
are available to see that is recommended for visitors.This mosque has some specialities
which are its style and architecture.It has a Baroque style and a real masterpiecs
of stonework.We have to mention one thing about this magnificient mosque: this extraordinary
mosque has been declared by UNESCO as one of the cultural heritages of the world.So
there are lots of reason to visit his wonderful historical place.
Sivas is rich in historical sights as you see ; however it`s not only a historical
city but also has other characteristics.Balikli Kaplica is one of them.It`s an interseting
spa of the town Kangal.Balikli Kaplica is a thermal spring where there are tiny
fish taht provides numerous cure for skin complaints.The fish approaches the patients
those who have problems such as chronic pimples, wounds, eczema clean and heal the
wounds without causing pain to the patients.This thermal is known as the only place
for the psoriasis (Sedef Hastaligi).It`s possible to recover in 21 days.There is
another spa center which is called Soguk Cermik.If you are interested in natural
sports and picnic, Hafik, Todurge, Gokpinar Lakes are places which are worth to
see.
When you say someone `Sivas` the first thing come up to mind is its famous dogs
called Kangal dogs.Kangal dogs are loyal and enduring to harsh climates as in Sivas.These
dogs are also used by police and milititary service.
When you come to Sivas,
don`t forget to buy famous and local carpets with various and original designs and
colors.You can be chocked by the variety of these local weavings.Knitted and woven
articles such as bags, saddlebags, belts, socks and scarves are among the leading
handicrafts in Sivas.Moreover, silver items, combs and knives made of boe are another
examples of local handicrafts.
Sivas city was a very important city on March 29 , 2006 when the total Solar Eclipse
was seen from this province at 14:06 perfectly.
It is 28.480 km2 in area and the population of
Mus is 785.406.
Sivas is the second largest city of Turkey.The climate in Sivas is changeable.It
can be seen Blacksea climate in Kizilirmak district whereas you can feel the continental
climate with hot, dry summers, and cold winters.
Sivas city is rich in natural sorroundings such as mountains.There are a wide range
of mountains which are Kizildag, Kose Dag, Tekeli Dag, Yildiz Dagi, Tecer Daglari,
Akdag, Incebel Dagi.The names of the lakes in Sivas province are: Todurge Lake,
Hafik Lake, Lota Lake, Gurun Gokpinar Lake.You can`t count the rivers as there are
lots of them such as Kizilirmak, Kelkit, Tozanli, Calti, Tohma rivers are natural
places that you should see intimately.
Sivas is also famous for its festivals: Imrali Honey Festival in Imrali on 3rd September,
Gurun Apricot Festival in Gurun on 14th August, Asik Veysel Culture and Art Festival
in Sarkisla on 1st week end of July.In those days the city is more crowded so make
your hotel reservation as soon as possible.Icem Tour provides a variety of accomadation
and tour possibilities.
You can be reached Sivas by air, by bus or by railway.The transportation is very
easy from other cities such as
Kayseri,
Tokat, Malatya...
Sivas has comfortable hotels where you can stay as comfortable as your home.It`s
recommended you to stay Sultan Otel or Kosk Otel.You should make your hotel reservation
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