History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
The historical Asmalı Konak, built in 1887 in the Ürgüp district center, is one of the peak examples of Cappadocia traditional stonemasonry and civil architecture. The building, which draws attention with its two-storey, large inner courtyard and rich stone relief architecture, has become legendary throughout Turkey as the main location of the 'Asmalı Konak' series, one of the most watched productions in Turkish television history in the early 2000s. In the mansion, which today serves as a museum-house, authentic rooms from the TV series scenes, period furniture and traditional Cappadocia home life are exhibited. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
Konak was established on the ridge of Ürgüp's historical Yunak District, at an altitude of 1,060 meters above sea level. It was built from yellow and beige volcanic tuff cut stones specific to the region; These stones keep the interior cool in the summer heat and warm in the winter cold. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:The museum entrance ticket costs a small fee (it has the status of a private museum).•Visiting Hours and Days:It is open 7 days a week between 08:30 - 19:00.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: Access to upper floors with strollers and wheelchairs is difficult due to historic stone stairs; The courtyard section can be visited on flat feet.•Facilities and Amenities:There is a rest area, souvenir shop, photo booth and toilet in the courtyard. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Hacı Hafız Mahallesi, Tevfik Fikret Caddesi No:46, 50400 Ürgüp / Nevşehir.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is only 800 meters from Ürgüp town center; It is opposite the Yunak Mosque and can be easily reached by all vehicles.•Real Public Transportation Information: It can be reached in 10 minutes on foot from Ürgüp Bus Terminal and the town center; Taxis and city minibuses pass right in front of it.•Parking Availability:There are paid/free parking areas around the mansion and on the street. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:The mansion's famous hanging arched courtyard gate, stone stairs and the view of Ürgüp from the upper floor bay window.•Light and Shooting Hours:Morning hours are the hours when the courtyard is in the shadow and the details of the stonework are most clearly visible without glare.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:Baked beans with lamb shanks, apricot dessert and Cappadocia wines should be experienced in the historical restaurants right next to the mansion.