History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
The historical Yunus Emre Mosque and Tomb is a monumental place of worship built in 1356 during the Karamanoğulları period, housing the mausoleum of Yunus Emre, the great master of Turkish Sufi poetry and the Turkish language, and his mentor Taptuk Emre. The building attracts attention with its cut stone architecture, pointed arches and dome reflecting Karamanoğlu architectural features; It consists of mosque, tomb and zawiya parts. According to legends, Yunus Emre was born and raised in the Kirişçi District of Karaman, and reached the level of truth by not carrying crooked wood for 40 years in the dervish lodge of his teacher Taptuk Emre, and passed away in this sacred place. This spiritual hearth, where the lines 'Let's love and be loved, the world won't belong to anyone' was born, has been the source of love and tolerance of Anatolia for centuries. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is located in the historical Kirişçi District, in the city center of Karaman. Its altitude is 1,030 meters. Rising in a large courtyard under the shade of centuries-old plane and walnut trees, the social complex offers a serene and peaceful mystical atmosphere. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Visiting the mosque and tomb is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days (Mandatory): It is open for worship and visits 7 days a week, from morning adhan to night prayer (05:30 - 22:30).•Rules, Security and Baby Stroller/Disabled Access: Shoes should be removed at the entrance of the mosque and tomb, and dress code should be observed. The entrance to the courtyard and mosque is flat and wheelchair and stroller accessible.•Facilities and Facilities:Ablution room, WC, women's prayer hall, fountain, rest benches and Yunus Emre information boards are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Kirişçi Mahallesi, Yunus Emre Caddesi No:12, Merkez / Karaman.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is within walking distance of Karaman Governorship and Aktekke Mosque; All urban roads are asphalt.•Actual Public Transportation Information (Mandatory): All public buses and bazaar minibuses in the city center pass through Yunus Emre Street stop; You can enter the courtyard by walking 50 meters from the stop.•Parking Availability:There are municipal parking lots and street parking spaces around the mosque courtyard. Spiritual Visiting Etiquette and Commemoration Guidelines•Spiritual Visit and Prayer Etiquette: One should stand by Yunus Emre's sarcophagus with decency and contemplation; Fatiha and prayers should be presented to the soul of the saint, the patron saint of divine love and beautiful Turkish.•Documentary & Respectful Shooting:The wooden sarcophagus and historical calligraphy signs inside the tomb should be photographed in silence and without flash.•Important Commemoration Days:Sufi music and poetry recitals are performed at the International Yunus Emre and Turkish Year commemoration events held every year in May.•Local Spiritual Tradition:Yunus Emre's legacy of love and affection is commemorated by offering traditional Karaman halva and sherbet to visitors.