Discover Sivas, the Seljuk heritage and home of Aşık Veysel.
Carrying the ancient past of Anatolia and the unique elegance of the Seljuk civilization right in its heart, Sivas eagerly awaits travelers who want to make an unforgettable journey into the dusty pages of history. Embodying the poetic spirit of Aşık Veysel, these lands will literally make you feel as if you are wandering in a massive open-air museum with its short but extremely intense two-day cultural route. Stretching from great mosques to ancient mounds, and from castles to the memories of famous poets, this itinerary is carefully created for those interested in cultural tourism. Accompanied by the cool winds and authentic atmosphere of Sivas, you will flawlessly trace architectural monuments in these lands that have been an important caravan and science center throughout history.
The first day of your trip successfully begins with stops that will allow you to feel the cultural depth of the city in both artistic and archaeological dimensions. First, you will embark on an emotionally charged journey by visiting the Aşık Veysel Müzesi, where the memories of the famous folk poet are exhibited. To see the deep-rooted past of the city from a much broader perspective, you will have the chance to closely examine ancient artifacts by moving to the Sivas Arkeoloji Müzesi. Afterward, you can confidently trace the footprints of past eras by wandering around the massive archaeological site of Sivas Kalesi, which strongly hides the historical secrets of the city. At the end of this intensely busy cultural day, you will peacefully rest by the cool waters of Ulaş Gölü, a wetland of national importance, accompanied closely by the joyful sounds of birds.
On the morning of the second day, you will quickly turn your route to the fascinating Divriği region, which hosts one of the most important heritages not only in Turkey but definitely in the world. In this region where monuments on the UNESCO world heritage list are located, you will securely observe the architectural wonders within the borders of Divriği, which recently gained national park status. Then you can take a walk on the ancient walls of the Divriği Kalesi, built firmly on steep rocks, and enjoy the valley view. The final stop of the trip, the mysterious Kesdoğan Kalesi, will beautifully crown your Sivas history tour with a memorable view, thanks to its solid stone structure revealing the solid medieval defense architecture of the region.