History

Seljuk Period

1071 - 1299

Caravanserais

The Seljuks secured trade routes by building caravanserais every 30-40 km along the Silk Road. Magnificent structures such as Sultanhani, Agzikarahan, and Saruhan remain from this period. These buildings provided free accommodation and security for merchants.

Cultural Synthesis

The Seljuk period was a time when Turkic-Islamic and local Christian cultures coexisted. This synthesis contributed greatly to the architectural and artistic richness of the region. The pottery tradition in Avanos also developed during this period.

Key Events

1071

Turkish sovereignty with the Battle of Manzikert

1229

Construction of Sultanhani Caravanserai

Related Periods

Byzantine Period

During the Byzantine period, Cappadocia became one of the most important centers of the Christian world with its rock churches and monasteries.

Ottoman Period

During the Ottoman period, Cappadocia maintained its multicultural character and was enriched with civil architecture.