The Twin Minaret Madrasa

The Twin Minaret Madrasa

This imposing 13th century structure was built from smooth pre-cut rock and features impressive stone carvings on its main doors and two towering minarets decorated with fine tile work.

This imposing 13th century structure was built from smooth pre-cut rock and features impressive stone carvings on its main doors and two towering minarets decorated with fine tile work. After being damaged during a battle, it was used as a cannon foundry and then a barracks during the reign of Sultan Murat IV. In 1942, it was converted into a museum and remains open to visitors to this day.